Menthone
Natural L-menthone isolated from mint oil, supplied in all grades from crude fraction to high-purity, for minty-fresh flavour and fragrance notes.
CAS 89-80-5 · FEMA 2667 · HS 2914 29 90
Specification
- Full name
- Menthone – natural
- CAS number
- 89-80-5
- FEMA number
- 2667
- EC (EINECS)
- 201-941-1
- HS code
- 2914 29 90
- Formula · MW
- C10H18O · 154.25
- Source
- Fractional distillation of natural mint oil, India
- Appearance
- Colourless liquid
- Odour
- Minty, slightly woody
- Menthone (GC)
- ≥ 90 % (high-purity grade)
- Specific gravity at 25 °C
- 0.888 – 0.895
- Refractive index at 20 °C
- 1.4480 – 1.4520
- Grades
- All grades
- Packing
- 25 kg HDPE or aluminium containers; 180 kg drums for volume
Typical values for guidance. Each batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis against the agreed specification or pharmacopoeia monograph.
Applications
- Mint flavours
- Fougère and fresh fragrances
- Synthesis intermediate
Industries
Also known as
L-Menthone and p-Menthan-3-one
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 Menthone is radiocarbon-tested at the University of Georgia, USA, to detect synthetic adulteration. Each lot ships with its Certificate of Analysis.
Menthone: common questions
Which grades of menthone do you supply?
All grades, from mint-derived menthone fractions to high-purity natural menthone. Tell us the minimum assay and isomer ratio you need.
Where is Menthone made?
In N S Mint's own 125,000 sq ft GMP plant in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, India. It is produced by fractional distillation of natural oils on site.
Can I get a sample and COA of Menthone?
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 Menthone 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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