Menthol Crystals, USP

Menthol Crystals, USP

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Description
Description
Menthol crystals (dl-menthol) are produced through mint essential oil (mentha arvensis) extraction, the oil is quick frozen and the menthol crystallizes out. The crystals are crystalline in form, more oblong, similar to rock crystals. Melting Point: 42-44°C (107–111°F). Phthalate-free. Purity 99.7%.
Benefits
  • Refreshing and cooling effect on skin
  • Strong fresh minty scent of peppermint
  • Can be irritating to skin and eyes
Use
Use sparingly due to intense scent, typical use level 0.2-10% depending on application. Add to oil phase or down cool phase of creams 120oF/50oC. For external use only.
Applications
Balms, salves, creams, foot products and scalp treatments, cooling gels and cold remedies. Insect repellents.
CAS
2216-51-5, 89-78-1
INCI
Menthol
composition
Menthol
Purity Grade
USP
Appearance
Clear to white crystals, cool minty fresh odor
Solubility
Soluble in alcohol and oils
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
China
Raw Material Source
Peppermint oil
Manufacture
Menthol crystals are obtained by freezing peppermint oil. The resultant crystals of menthol are then separated by filtration.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
2906110000
Regulatory Information
Menthol is registered as an OTC skin protectant drug with the FDA. This means that if you want to sell a finished product containing menthol and you make a skin protectant claim (incl. insect bites and insect stings), menthol must then be listed under 'Active Ingredients' on the label. Also, your facility and your product must be registered with the FDA and you must operate under cGMP guidelines. However, if no skin protectant drug claims are made on the label, menthol is not considered a OTC drug and no registration is needed.