Description
Menthol is an organic compound, which is obtained from peppermint or other mint oils. A waxy, crystalline substance, menthol is solid at room temperature and melts above. It is obtained from steam distillation and used in diverse industries..
History
here is evidence that menthol has been known in Japan for more than 2000 years, but in the West it was not isolated until 1771, by Hieronymus David Gaubius. Early characterizations were done by Oppenheim, Beckett, Moriya, and Atkinson.
Color & Aroma
Color :
Transparent,Colourless,pleasant Crystals with refreshing Mintodour,
Aroma :
Strong mint candy flavor.
Constituents
Menthol, Menthone, Menthofurane and Cineol
Uses
It is widely used for relief of muscle, skin irritation, aches, sprains etc. However, it also used as an additive in certain cigarette brands, for adding flavor. Also, it act as an ingredient in mouth fresheners, cigarettes, cough drops etc.