C10H20O
Menthol Crystals are derived from the Mentha Arvensis Botanica, also known as Mint, Corn Mint, Wild Mint, and Japanese Mint. Menthol Crystals are a solid constituent of Mint Oil and have a waxy consistency. The Mint Essential Oil is derived from the Mint leaf through the process of distillation.
5-METHYL-2-(1-METHYLETHYL) CYCLOHEXANOL; 3-P-METHANOL
Property
Specifications
Structure
IUPAC Name
5-Methyl-2-(propan-2-yl)cyclohexan-1-ol
Appearance
Colourless Crystals
Molar Mass
156.269 g·mol−1
Density
0.890 g·cm−3, solid (racemic or (−)-isomer)
Melting Point
36–38 °C (97–100 °F; 309–311 K) racemic 42–45 °C, (−)-isomer, α crystalline form
Boiling Point
214.6 °C (418.3 °F; 487.8 K)
Solubility in Water
Slightly soluble, (−)-isomer
Vapour Pressure
0.8 mmHg ( 20 °C)
Flash Point
93 °C (199 °F; 366 K)
Viscosity
Not Avaliable
Odour
Peppermint odour
APHA Value
-
Hazard Identification
Non Hazaedous
Menthol Crystals are used as denaturant, flavoring agent, and fragrance ingredient in the formulation of a wide variety of cosmetics and personal care products such as soap, bath, aqueous cream, Talcum Powder etc.
The India menthol crystal market was valued at USD 111.55 million in 2021 and is likely to grow with a CAGR of 6.71%, in value terms, over the forecast period 2022-2028 and is expected to reach USD 172.97 million by 2028. The growth of growth is attributed to the rapid expansion of pharmaceutical companies along with the surge in demand for natural menthol crystals in pharmaceutical industries, rising usage of menthol crystals in cough syrups, analgesic balms, and foot sprays, and growing demand for menthol crystals.Based on the application, the India menthol crystal market is segregated into pharmaceutical formulations, cosmetics, flavoring industries, and others. The pharmaceutical formulations segment accounted for the highest market share with 71.70 % in 2021 and is projected to reach USD 121.36 million by 2028.
Indian Origin
25 KG HDPE Drums
5 years
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