| Botanical Name: | Mentha Arvensis L. |
| Plant Family: | |
| Geographic Origin of the Plant: | Western Nepal |
| Method of Growing: | Cultivated |
| Distilled Organ: | |
| Method of Extraction: | It is obtained by steam distillation of the aerial part of Mentha Arvensis L. |
| Organoleptic Properties: | |
| Appearance: | Slightly Thick Liquid |
| Colour: | Pale Yellow |
| Aroma: | Strong, fresh & somewhat bitter-sweet |
| Physico-Chemical Properties: | |
| Specific Gravity: | 0.8940 to 0.9015 at 25˚C |
| Refractive Index: | 1.4590 to 1.4750 at 25˚C |
| Acid Number: | 0.3 to 5 |
| Ester Number: | 210 to 255 |
| Ester Number after Acetylation: | 70-88% |
| Solubility: | Soluble in 1.2 to 2.5 volume of 70% Alcohol |
| Optical Rotation: | -15.5˚ to -45˚ at 25˚C |
| Uses: |
In the isolation of menthol crystals, in the flavouring toothpastes, mouthwashes & pharmaceuticals. Medicinal & Aromatherapy use: It is good for the nervous system, acting as a regulator & sedative. Menthol is well known as a cardiac tonic in the pharmaceutical preparations. It is a good blood cleanser, because it is antiseptic & anti-bacterial, it can be used in swollen gums, mouth wash or mouth ulcers, toothache. |
| CAS Number: | 68917-18-0 |
| Synonyms: | Cornmint Oil, Wild Pennyroyal Oil, Brazilian Mint Oil, Pennyroyal Oil Wild |
| Safety Information: | |
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