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Xian, Shaanxi, China
Product description
What is Menthol?
Menthol, is a terpene, the main component of peppermint and peppermint essential oil, exists in free and ester state, colorless needle-like crystal or granular. It is 8 isomers of menthol and their fragrance properties are different. L-menthol has aroma of mint and cooling effect used as cosmetic ingredients. Racemic menthol also has a cooling effect, and other isomers have no cooling effect. They are often used in cosmetics, balsams, ointments, throat lozenges, toothpastes, mouthwashes, chewing gums, sprays, analgesic or cooling body products, shampoos, shaving creams and cooling gels.
Because menthol crystals are concentrated products, only a very small amount of menthol is needed. The content of good menthol crystals usually contain not less than 99.4%.
Function of Menthol
Application
-Applied in food field, menthol crystal can be used as additives, with distinct fragrance smell, menthol can promote digestion and increase appetite.
-Applied in the daily chemical field, menthol crystal can be used as a highly remarkable additive of shampoo, lotions and cream.
-Applied in the oral care field, menthol crystal can be added into a large number of oral cleaning products, such as dentifrices, mouthwash, and tooth powder.
-Applied in aromatherapy field, menthol crystals promote easier breathing, temporarily relieve nasal congestion, soothe sore throats, support immunity, and stabilize the emotions.
Caution
Menthol is volatile, flammable, and can cause skin irritation if not diluted appropriately. For this reason, it is important to ensure that eyes and hands are protected and that the product is handled in a well-ventilated area away from direct sources of heat.
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