L-Menthol Crystals – Rice
Natural L-menthol in small, rice-sized crystals that flow and weigh more evenly than bold needles, suited to automated dosing in gum, candy and tobacco lines.
CAS 2216-51-5 · FEMA 2665 · HS 2906 11 10
Specification
- Full name
- L-Menthol Crystals, rice size
- CAS number
- 2216-51-5
- FEMA number
- 2665
- EC (EINECS)
- 218-690-9
- HS code
- 2906 11 10
- Formula · MW
- C10H20O · 156.27
- Source
- Mentha arvensis (cornmint), India
- Appearance
- Colourless, small free-flowing crystals
- Odour
- Characteristic peppermint, cooling
- Menthol content (GC)
- ≥ 99.0 %
- Melting range
- 41 – 44 °C
- Specific optical rotation
- −45° to −51°
- Particle size
- Rice size, per agreed sieve specification
- Grades
- IP · BP · USP · Food grade
- Packing
- 25 kg fibre drums with double LDPE liners
- Capacity
- Produced within the 1,200 MT crystal capacity
Typical values for guidance. Each batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis against the agreed specification or pharmacopoeia monograph.
Applications
- Chewing gum and pressed mints
- Tobacco and filter capsules
- Pharmaceutical granulation
- Dry blends and premixes
Industries
Also known as
Menthol rice crystals, Small menthol crystals and Granular menthol
Why buy from N S Mint
- Manufacturer, not trader: sourced, distilled, refined and tested in one plant
- Every batch of raw material C-14 tested for natural origin
- ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, WHO-GMP, GLP, FSSC 22000, Halal and Kosher
- Hedged contracts and no missed contracted delivery in our history
Every batch of raw material C-14 tested.
Before it enters production, every batch of raw material behind our L-Menthol Crystals – Rice is radiocarbon-tested at the University of Georgia, USA, to detect synthetic adulteration. Each lot ships with its Certificate of Analysis.
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L-Menthol Crystals – Rice: common questions
How do rice crystals differ from bold crystals?
The chemistry is the same L-menthol. Rice crystals are smaller and more uniform, so they flow through feeders and dissolve faster than bold needles.
Can you match a particle-size specification?
Yes. Send your sieve analysis or target range and our QC team will confirm what we can hold batch to batch.
Where is L-Menthol Crystals – Rice made?
In N S Mint's own 125,000 sq ft GMP plant in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, India. The mint is grown by 5,000+ partner farmers and bought through our five procurement zones.
Can I get a sample and COA of L-Menthol Crystals – Rice?
Yes. Use the sample request form or WhatsApp our export desk with your application and quantity, and we will send a sample with its Certificate of Analysis.
Price L-Menthol Crystals – Rice for your port.
Tell us grade, quantity and destination. We quote FOB India or CIF your port, and can include a representative COA with the offer.
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