Natural Menthol Crystals BP/EP/JP/USP/FCC

SPECIFICATION OF NATURAL MENTHOL CRYSTALS Product name: Natural Menthol Crystals BP/USP Molecular Formula: C10H20O Cas No.:2216-51-5 Chemical Name: (1R,2S,5R)-5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-cyclohexanol Color and Appearance: Colorless, transparent hexagonal or needlelike crystals. Odor: Having characteristic odor of natural menthol obtained from mentha avensis oil. Melting point: 42-44 Non-volatile matter: ≤0.05% Purity:99.5% min Solubility in Alcohol at 25: 1g sample can be dissolved in 5ml of 90% (V/V) alcohol forming a clean solution. Specific rotation at 25: -50-49° Arsenic content: ≤3ppm Heavy metal content (as Pb): ≤10ppm Standards: According with the CP2005 edition,the BP2008 edition,the USP31 edition and FCC IV edition. Uses: It is widely used in medicament, food, cigarette, cosmetic and toothpaste. Packing: In 25kg net fibre drum, 360 drums to one 20'container; In 2.5kg net tin,such 12tins to one carton. Storage: To be stored in closed containers, keep in a cool and dry place below 33, avoid sunshine and rain. Quality guarantee term: 36 months (under the conditions of fulfilling requirements of storage and transport and that the packing is complete and sealed).