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DL-Menthol, 98+%
Description
Used in perfumery to give power, lift, and freshness. For use in toothpaste, cough drops, mouthwash, ice cream, chewing gum, tobacco, medical plaster, tonic, and shampoos. Because of its cooling action, it is to be found in a wide range of medicines treating sore throats and mouth irritations. It is also used in treatments for minor aches and sprains, and in nasal decongestants. It is found in some oral hygiene products to combat bad breath. Of course, it is present in a number of chewing gums. It was first added to cigarettes in the 1920s and 1930s (e.g. Spud and Kool brands) for both its flavor and also to reduce irritation, especially to the throat.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Used in perfumery to give power, lift, and freshness. For use in toothpaste, cough drops, mouthwash, ice cream, chewing gum, tobacco, medical plaster, tonic, and shampoos. Because of its ″cooling″ action, it is to be found in a wide range of medicines treating sore throats and mouth irritations. It is also used in treatments for minor aches and sprains, and in nasal decongestants. It is found in some oral hygiene products to combat ″bad breath″. Of course, it is present in a number of chewing gums. It was first added to cigarettes in the 1920s and 1930s (e.g. ″Spud″ and ″Kool″ brands) for both its flavor and also to reduce irritation, especially to the throat.
Solubility
Soluble in alcohol, paraffin oil and water, 434.5 mg/L @ 25°C (est).
Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 33°C to 36°C |
| Density | 0.89 |
| Boiling Point | 212°C to 216°C |
| Flash Point | 93°C (199°F) |
| Odor | Sweet |
| Refractive Index | 1.4615 |
| Quantity | 50 g |
| Beilstein | 3194263 |
| Merck Index | 14,5837 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in alcohol,paraffin oil and water,434.5mg/L @ 25°C (est). |
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Safety and Handling
- DL-Menthol
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : DL-Menthol
RUO – Research Use Only
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