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Menthol is
a compound obtained from peppermint oil or other mint oils
or made synthetically. Menthol has local anesthetic and
counterirritant qualities. It is contained in nonprescription
products for short-term relief of minor sore throat and
minor mouth or throat irritation. Menthol is also contained
in combination products used for relief of muscle aches,
sprains, and similar conditions.
There are currently
no reported nutrient or herb interactions involving menthol.
People using combination products that include menthol are
advised to review the other ingredients for possible herb
and/or nutrient interactions. Menthol is considered an antidote
for many homeopathic remedies and should be avoided by people
taking them.
The antifungul
and antibacteria action of Menthol have been studied extensively.
Menthol finds diverse applications because if its characteristic
aroma and flavour and its cooling effect.
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| PRODUCT |
MENTHOL
CRYSTAL BP/USP |
| BOTANICAL
SOURCE |
Oil
of Mentha Arvensis-LIM |
| BATCH
NO. |
IWTC/5956 |
| APPEARANCE |
Colourless
Crystals resembling that of Peppermint like |
| ODOUR
& TASTE |
Minty-Natural-Cooling |
| SOLUBILITY |
Soluble
in Alcohol Chloroform, Solvent Ether, Liquid Paraffin
and in Essential Oils. |
| STANDARDS |
Complies
with BP/USP |
| MELTING
POINT |
42°C
To 44°C |
OPTICAL
ROTATION
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-49°C
To 51°C |
| ASSAY
BY GLC |
99.8% |
| NON
VOLATILE MATTER |
Less
than 0.05% |
| STORAGE |
To
be kept in Cool & Dry place |
| PACKING |
25
KG Fiber Drum with inner packing of Thermocol and Two
Polythene Bags |
| USES |
Pharmaceuticals,
Confectionery, Perfumery, Mouth Freshners, Cough Drops,
Tobacco Goods, Medicated Oils, Toothpaste, Analgesic
Balms, Lotions, Shampoo, Chewing Gum, Candies |
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