Menthol Crystals

Product Name: Menthol Crystals
Chemical Name: Menthol (L-Menthol)
CAS Number: 89-78-1
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₂₀O
Molecular Weight: 156.27 g/mol

Product Description

Menthol crystals are colorless to white, transparent crystalline solids obtained from natural mint oils (primarily peppermint) or through synthetic processes to achieve high purity. They possess a strong, penetrating mint aroma and produce an immediate cooling sensation upon contact with skin or mucous membranes. The crystals are clear, shiny, and resemble coarse sugar in appearance.

Menthol is a naturally occurring terpene alcohol and is widely recognized for its cooling, refreshing, soothing, and aromatic properties, making it a key ingredient across cosmetic, pharmaceutical, food, and fragrance industries.

Physical & Chemical Properties

• Appearance: White to colorless crystalline solid

• Odor: Strong, characteristic minty aroma

• Taste: Cooling and minty

• Melting Point: 41–44 °C

• Solubility:

  • Soluble in alcohol, ethanol, ether, chloroform, and oils

  • Slightly soluble in water

• Volatility: Slowly sublimates at room temperature

• Optical Rotation: Levorotatory (for natural L-menthol)

Purity & Grade

• Typical Purity: ≥99%

• Available Grades: Cosmetic grade, Pharmaceutical grade, Food grade (as per specification)

Applications

Cosmetics & Personal Care
Used in creams, lotions, balms, soaps, shampoos, toothpaste, and shaving products for cooling sensation and fragrance.

Pharmaceuticals
Commonly used in topical analgesics, inhalers, cough drops, ointments, and decongestant formulations.

Food & Flavoring
Used as a flavoring agent in confectionery, chewing gum, oral care products, and beverages within regulatory limits.

Aromatherapy & Fragrance
Adds a fresh, energizing mint note to perfumes, essential oil blends, and air-freshening products.