Menthol
RXSOL-19-1994-025Botanical Name Mentha Arvensis Menthol is extracted from the leaves of menthe arvensis plant, by the method of Steam Distillation and Crystallization.
Product Overview
Technical Specifications
Application & Dosage
Application Instructions
Botanical Name: Mentha Arvensis.
Safety & Precautions:
• Do not used in conjunction with homeopathic remedies.
• Avoid if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
Recommended Dosage
| Product Name | Menthol Large Crystals | A.R.No.: | BAL-FM/079/19 |
| Batch No. | BAL/LMC/OCT19/039L | Mfg. License No. | 04 of 2009 |
| Batch Size | 6700.000 kg | Date of Receiving | 02/12/2019 |
| Mfg. Date | 15/10/2019 | Date of Release | 03/12/2019 |
| Exp. Date | 14/10/2024 | Supplied Qty. | 50.000 kg |
| PROTOCOL | Indian Pharmacopoeia | Sample Quatity | 30 gm |
| Parameter | Requirement | Observation |
| Description | Colorless, Hexagonal or needle like crystals, or infused masses or crystalline powder, Odor, pleasant and characteristic soluble in water. | Colorless, hexagonal, needle like crystals, Odor, pleasant and characteristic |
| Solubility | Very soluble in ethanol (95% v/v) and in ether, Freely soluble in light liquid paraffin, in glacial acetic acid and in volatile oil, Slightly | Complies |
| Identification (A) | Infrared absorption spectrum of the sample in potassium bromide dispersion is concordant with reference spectrum of menthol or with spectrum obtained from the preparation of Menthol RS. | Complies |
| (B) | Sample on reaction with sulphuric acid and solution of vanillin in sulphuric acid products an orange-yellow color.Futher, additio of addition of water changes the color to violet. | Complies |
| (C) | When triturated the sample with camphor or chloral hydreate or phenol, the mixture liquefies. | Mixture Liquefies |
| Specific Optical Roatation | Not less than -49 and Not more than -51 | -49.8 |
| Acidity | Filtrate on addition of methyl red solution 0.01 M sodium hydroxide gives a yellow color. | Complies |
| Related Substance | In the Chromatogram obtained with test solution the sum of the areas of any secondary peaks in not greater than the area of the prinicipal peak obtained with refernce solution (a). Ignore any peak with an area less than the principal peak in the chromatogram obtained with colored than reference solution. | Complies |
| Appearnce of Solution | Sample solutoin is not more opalescent standard OS4, and not more intensely colored than reference solution RS6. | Complies |
| Residue on Evaporation | N M T 0.05% w/w | 0.02% |
| * Purity by GC(In-House) | L-Menthol : N L T 99% | 99.37% |
Compliance statement :
In the opinion of the undersigned, the above referred sample complies / does not comply as per the I.P / B.P./E.P./U.S.P.
Available Packaging & Quantities
Blending:
It blends well with Spearmint, Tea Tree, Lavender, Lemon, Wintergreen and Pine Oil.
Handling, Storage & Safety
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Menthol and mint oils It adds a tang and freshness to all it touches. Mint is in great demand for flavouring confectionery, chewing gum, cigarettes and toothpastes. It’s also used in shaving gels, shampoos and a wide range of cosmetics. Largest market for mint is of the pan masala, gutka and zarda (chewing tobacco), scented betelnit. In addition to their much loved cooling effect, Menthol is also used for its therapeutic qualities in pharmaceutical products like Anti AIDS bulk drug like Lamivudine etc, medicated strips, Pain Relief balms and Cough Syrups. Catering to a wide range of Menthol and mint oil requirements, we assure our customer a regular supply and consistent quality.
Target Industries & Supply Locations
Useful Applications
Menthol is extracted from the leaves of menthe arvensis plant, by the method of Steam Distillation and Crystallization. Menthol is well known for reliving and refreshing effects due to its powerful mint fragrance. It is widely used as raw material of pharmaceutical products. It is also blends well with many oils and alcohols. It helps to relief in minor mouth or throat irritation, muscle aches and similar conditions.
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