DL-Menthol CAS NO.56-85-9

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DL-Menthol Basic information
Flavors and fragrances First aid of poisoning Detection method Chemical properties Uses
Product Name:    DL-Menthol
Synonyms:    Mentol;(1R,2R,5S)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-yl-1-cyclohexanol;Menthol 89-78-1;component of Dermoplast;component of Robitussin cough drops;component of Theragesic;Cyclohexanol, 2-isopropyl-5-methyl-;cyclohexanol,2-isopropyl-5-methyl-
CAS:    89-78-1
MF:    C10H20O
MW:    156.27
EINECS:    201-939-0

DL-Menthol Chemical Properties
Melting point     34-36 °C(lit.)
alpha     -2 º (c=10, EtOH)
Boiling point     216 °C(lit.)
density     0.89 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor pressure     0.8 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
FEMA     2665 | MENTHOL RACEMIC
refractive index     1.4615
Fp     200 °F
storage temp.     Store below +30°C.
solubility     456mg/l
pka    15.30±0.60(Predicted)
form     Crystalline Solid
color     Colorless to white
Water Solubility     insoluble

DL-Menthol Usage And Synthesis

Uses    It is mainly used in medicine, toothpaste, toothpaste and mouthwash with its cool taste being able to enhance the smell of peppermint oil, having effect of refreshing the brain as well as disinfection effects. It can also be used as spices to be applied to the colognes. Application of appropriate amount of low-grade soap and detergent fragrance such as roses, geraniol, lavender and fragrant has effects of enhancing the tone and aroma. It can also be applied to food flavors and flavor for wine and tobacco.
In medicine, it can be applied to the cooling oil, painkillers, etc., it can also be used for making toothpaste, toothpowder, candy, beverages, spices and so on. How to use: it can be used for formulating the food flavor in the food flavor plant; or also be directly added or dissolved in alcohol to be added to the food flavoring. Storage requirements: placed in a cool place, sealed for storage. Avoid wind and rain.

Uses    A chemical which triggers cold-sensitive TRPM8 receptors in the skin neurons in vitro.
Uses    In liqueurs, confectionery, perfumery, cigarettes, cough drops, and nasal inhalers.