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CAS No.: 89-78-1 Formula: C10H20O

Weight: 156.26500

Synonyms: MENTHOLS; MENTHOL CRYSTALS; DL-MENTHOL FOR SYNTHESIS; MENTHOL 99; (+/-)-MENTHOL;

Description

Menthol is a chemical agent, menthol is extracted from the leaves and stems of peppermint, white crystals, molecular formula C10H20O, is the main component of peppermint and peppermint essential oils. In the world, China and Brazil are the main natural mint producers, and the annual output of mint oil both reaches 2000-3000t. Both menthol and racemic menthol can be used as a flavoring agent for toothpaste; perfume; beverage and candy. It is used as a stimulant in medicine and acts on the skin.

Basic Information

CAS No.:

89-78-1

Synonyms:

MENTHOLS; MENTHOL CRYSTALS; DL-MENTHOL FOR SYNTHESIS; MENTHOL 99; (+/-)-MENTHOL;

Formula:

C10H20O

Molecular Weight:

156.26500

PSA:

20.23000

LogP:

2.43950

Properties

Appearance & Character:

Colorless to white

Density:

0.89 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Melting Point:

34-36 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point:

216 °C(lit.)

Flash Point:

200 °F

Storage Conditions:

Store below +30°C.

Safety Info

Customs Code:

29061100

WGK Germany:

2

Hazard Category Code:

37/38-41-36/37/38

Security Instructions:

36/37/39-24/25-36-26-39

Dangerous Goods Sign:

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