MENTOL
Product information
CAS No.
89-78-1
EC No.
201-939-0
Summary formula
C₁₀H₂₀O
ADR
NO
Physical form
Colorless or white, crystalline solid with a characteristic, intensely minty odor, slightly soluble in water.
Application
- In the pharmaceutical industry as an ingredient in ointments, inhalers and lozenges to soothe irritation.
- In the cosmetics industry for toothpaste, mouthwash and cooling cosmetics.
- In food chemistry as a flavor in candies, chewing gums and beverages.