L-Menthol Crystals
Bold, needle-shaped natural L-menthol crystals frozen out of Mentha arvensis oil and made terpeneless. Our flagship product, known in the Indian trade as ATR since 1996.
CAS 2216-51-5 · FEMA 2665 · HS 2906 11 10
Specification
- Full name
- L-Menthol Crystals (Terpeneless), IP/BP/EP/JP/USP/Food Grade
- 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, prismatic or acicular crystals
- Odour
- Characteristic, strong peppermint, cooling
- Assay (GC)
- 98.0 – 102.0 % (USP)
- Melting range
- 41 – 44 °C
- Specific optical rotation
- −45° to −51°
- Non-volatile residue
- ≤ 0.05 %
- Solubility
- Very soluble in ethanol; slightly soluble in water
- Grades
- IP · BP · EP · JP · USP · Food grade
- Packing
- 25 kg fibre drums with double LDPE liners; 10 kg on request
- Capacity
- 1,200 MT a year (crystals 99 %)
Typical values for guidance. Each batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis against the agreed specification or pharmacopoeia monograph.
Applications
- Topical analgesics, balms and patches
- Cough drops, lozenges and syrups
- Toothpaste and mouthwash
- Chewing gum and confectionery
- Menthol cigarettes and oral nicotine pouches
- Cooling cosmetics and hair care
Industries
Also known as
Natural menthol crystals, Levomenthol, (−)-Menthol, Menthol bold crystals and ATR 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 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: common questions
Is your L-menthol natural or synthetic?
Natural. It is crystallised from Mentha arvensis oil distilled from Indian mint. Every batch of raw material is C-14 tested for natural origin, and no synthetic menthol is handled in the plant.
Which pharmacopoeia grades can you certify?
IP, BP, EP, JP and USP, plus food grade. The crystal section is approved by the Indian drug controller and each batch ships with a COA against the monograph you specify.
What crystal size do you supply?
Bold (large needle) crystals as standard, medium crystals on request, and rice-sized crystals as a separate product for automated dosing.
How is it packed?
25 kg fibre drums with double food-grade LDPE liners. 10 kg packs and palletised loads are available on request.
Where is L-Menthol Crystals 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?
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 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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