Mentol
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.
- Synonyms
- Menthol, 2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol, Menthyl alcohol, Mentholum, Peppermint
- Chemical Formula
- C10H20O
- CAS Number
- 1490-04-06
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 156.26 g/mol
- Melting Point
- 31–36 °C
- Flash Point
- 96 °C
- Density
- 0.890 to 0.895 g/cm³
- Forms
- Solid