Aromatic and Allied Chemicals
Product Description :
We present best quality mentha arvinces which is widely used in pharmaceutical industry and in toothpastes, mouthwashes and mouth fresheners. Its details are as below:
- CAS number : 68917 - 18 - 0
- Botanical source : Mentha arvinces Lim.
- Appearance : Slightly thick pale yellow liquid .
- Odour : Strong , fresh , peppermint type odour .
- Specific gravity at 25 oC : 0.8940 - 0.9015
- Refractive index at 25 oC : 1.4590 - 1.4750
- Optical rotation at 25 o C : -15.50 to -45.00
- Acid number : 0.3 to 5.0
- Solubility : soluble in 1.2 to 2.5 vol. of 70 % alcohol
- Main constituents : - Terpenes 5 - 7 % - Menthones 8 - 10 % - l- Menthol 71 - 73 % - Menthol isomers 2 - 5 %
- Use : In isolation of menthol crystals, in flavoring toothpastes, mouthwashes & in pharmaceuticals.
- Storage & stability : Keep in tightly closed container in a cool and dry place, protected from light. When stored for more than 12 months, quality should be checked before use.