L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline)
White, needle-like crystals or crystalline powder, characteristic peppermint odour and cooling taste · CAS 89-78-1
Overview
L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline) (CAS 89-78-1) is one of the food & industrial additives products Suraj Chemicals supplies to industrial, institutional and manufacturing buyers across India from our Chennai base. It is commonly used for flavouring in oral-care (toothpaste, mouthwash), confectionery and chewing gum; cooling/counter-irritant agent in topical pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations; flavour ingredient in tobacco products, among other applications in the food & industrial additives category. We pack L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline) in 25 kg fibre drums (inner poly-lined), and can arrange bulk, drum or tanker quantities for larger requirements — full characteristics, applications and downloadable documentation are below, or you can request a quote directly.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Assay | 99.0% Min |
| Melting Point | 42 – 44°C |
| Specific Rotation | -49° to -51° |
| Solidification Point | 42°C Min |
| Appearance of Solution (in Ethanol) | Clear, free of haze |
Values above are well-established typical/standard specification properties for this product, compiled from published technical references — not a batch-specific lab report. Figures can vary batch to batch — request a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Applications
- Flavouring in oral-care (toothpaste, mouthwash), confectionery and chewing gum
- Cooling/counter-irritant agent in topical pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations
- Flavour ingredient in tobacco products
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline)?
L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline) is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as white, needle-like crystals or crystalline powder, characteristic peppermint odour and cooling taste, identified by CAS number 89-78-1. It falls under our Food & Industrial Additives range — see the Specification Sheet table above for its full characteristics.
What is L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline) used for?
Typical applications include: Flavouring in oral-care (toothpaste, mouthwash), confectionery and chewing gum; Cooling/counter-irritant agent in topical pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations; Flavour ingredient in tobacco products.
How should L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline) be stored and handled?
Store in a cool, well-sealed, light-protected container — sublimes slowly at ambient temperature.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline) in?
25 kg fibre drums (inner poly-lined). Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
What is the shelf life of L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline)?
Typically around 24 months from date of manufacture when stored in original, unopened packaging under normal warehouse conditions, consistent with standard industry practice for this class of chemical. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline) hazardous to handle?
No specific hazard is flagged for L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline) beyond standard industrial chemical handling precautions. We still recommend you download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details, as good practice for any industrial chemical.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline)?
Yes — a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline) is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline)?
Yes — use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for L-Menthol (Natural, Crystalline).