Menthol

Menthol

Additional information

Product Name

Menthol

Source

Natural or synthetic via fractional distillation and crystallization

Forms

Menthol
(crystals): transparent prism or needle-shaped crystals
Water-soluble menthol 
(Liquid form): colorless thick liquid
Menthol (Powder): White crystalline powder
Low-bitter taste menthol (crystals) :transparent prism or needle-shaped crystals

Functions & Benefits

Intense Cooling Sensation
Pleasant Fragrance
Cooling Action
Local Anesthetic Effect
Aromatic Enhancer

Applications

Pharmaceuticals
Food & Beverage
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Aromatherapy & Wellness
Industrial

Product Details


❄️ 1. Product Introduction

Menthol is a naturally occurring monocyclic terpene alcohol, primarily derived from peppermint (Mentha piperita) or cornmint (Mentha arvensis) oils, or produced via synthetic methods.

Chibio Biotech offers ≥99% high-purity menthol in crystal, liquid, and powder forms, known for its strong minty aroma and intense cooling sensation. It is widely applied in pharmaceuticals, personal care, food & beverage, and fragrance industries.


🔬 2. Source & CAS Number

  • Source: Natural or synthetic via fractional distillation and crystallization

  • CAS Numbers: 2216-51-5 / 89-78-1

  • EINECS: 218-690-9

  • Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₂₀O

  • Molecular Weight: 156.27 g/mol


⚗️ 3. Chemical & Physical Properties

  • Appearance: Colorless, transparent hexagonal or needle-like crystals

  • Odor: Strong, refreshing mint aroma

  • Melting Point: 41–44°C

  • Boiling Point: ~212°C

  • Optical Rotation (25°C): −49° to −50°

  • Solubility (25°C): 1g dissolves in 5 mL 90% ethanol

  • Menthol Content: ≥ 99.0%

  • Residue on Evaporation: ≤ 0.05%

  • Compliance Standard: GB1886.199-2016


💧 4. Solubility & Form Variants

Chibio Biotech offers menthol in various forms to meet different formulation needs:

  • Crystalline Menthol: High-purity transparent prism or needle-shaped crystals

  • Water-Soluble Menthol (Liquid): Emulsified technology enables water dispersion, suitable for water-based systems

  • Menthol Powder: Fine crystalline powder processed to prevent caking, maintaining aroma and cooling

  • Low-Bitter Menthol Crystals: Specially processed to reduce menthol’s natural bitterness without additives

Product Name Specification Product Photo
Menthol
crystals
Product form: transparent prism or needle-shaped crystals

Melting point (℃): 41-44

Boiling point (℃): 212

Content (%): ≥99.0

Water-soluble menthol
(Liquid form)
Form: colorless thick liquid
Product characteristics: adopting emulsifying direct solubility technology to modify the menthol that is insoluble in water into a stable hydrate that can form coordination, compounding, hydration and other dynamic conjunctions between water, so as to achieve the purpose of direct soluble in water and improve the scope of use of water-based flavoring products and synergistic function of synergistic effect.
Menthol

Powder)

Product characteristics: adopting advanced physical crushing process to overcome the defect of easy caking, and maximize the retention of the aroma and coolness of menthol.
Low-bitter taste menthol

crystals

Product characteristics: adopting advanced technology to explore the situation without adding any other additives like sweeteners and bitter-reducing agents to make the bitterness of menthol is adjusted to a controllable range and to achieve a very good taste experience and expression of coolness.

✅ 5. Key Benefits

  1. Intense Cooling Sensation – Activates TRPM8 receptors in the skin and mucosa for a prolonged refreshing effect

  2. Pleasant Fragrance – Provides clean, minty aroma in flavors, cosmetics, and wellness products

  3. Natural Origin – Plant-derived and non-toxic with strong safety profile

  4. Wide Compatibility – Soluble in ethanol, dispersible in emulsions, compatible with oils, balms, and surfactants

  5. Sensory Enhancement – Enhances mouthfeel, breath freshness, and skin sensation

  6. Stability – Chemically stable in standard storage and formulation conditions

  7. Regulatory Approved – Recognized for food, pharma, and cosmetic applications globally


🧬 6. Functions of Menthol

  1. Cooling Action

    Activates cold-sensitive TRPM8 ion channels, creating a natural cooling sensation without lowering temperature.

  2. Local Anesthetic Effect

    Provides temporary relief from minor throat, skin, or mucosal irritations by mildly numbing the area.

  3. Aromatic Enhancer

    Amplifies perceived freshness in oral care, breath products, and personal fragrances.

  4. Flavoring Agent

    Adds distinctive mint flavor in food, gums, and beverages, balancing sweetness or bitterness.

  5. Respiratory Support

    Used in inhalants, vapor rubs, and decongestants to soothe airways and improve breathing.

  6. Anti-Itch & Skin Relief

    Common in anti-itch creams and ointments, offering cooling relief for irritated or inflamed skin.


🧴 7. Applications

  • Pharmaceuticals

    – Lozenges, cough syrups, topical ointments, decongestants, nasal sprays

  • Food & Beverage

    – Chewing gum, flavored water, mint candies, oral hygiene products

  • Cosmetics & Personal Care

    – Toothpaste, mouthwash, shaving gels, face masks, body balms, after-sun lotions

  • Aromatherapy & Wellness

    – Diffuser oils, relaxation balms, cooling massage creams

  • Industrial

    – Fragrance intermediates, mentholated cleaning products, cooling textile finishes


⚙️ 8. Production Process

Essential Oil Extraction or Synthesis

Fractional Distillation & Crystallization

Cooling, Purification, & Drying

Form Conversion (Crystal / Liquid / Powder / Low-Bitter)

Final Product: ≥99% Pure Menthol – Ready for B2B Applications


🏆 9. Why Choose Chibio Biotech?

  • 🌱 Trusted Manufacturer of natural actives with over 8 years of global supply history

  • 💎 ≥99% Purity – Verified by COA and third-party labs

  • 🧪 Wide Range of Forms – Crystals, powders, liquids, water-soluble variants

  • 📦 Flexible MOQ & Packaging – 25kg barrels or customized volumes

  • 🌍 Full Certifications – ISO, HALAL, KOSHER available

  • 🧴 OEM/ODM Support – Tailored solutions for cosmetic, food, and pharma partners


💼 10. Why Your Business Should Use Menthol

  • Create cooling, refreshing experiences in consumer products

  • Replace synthetic additives with plant-based sensory enhancers

  • Improve user compliance in oral care, skincare, and wellness products

  • Differentiate your formulas with reduced bitterness or water solubility

  • Work with a proven supplier for regulatory-ready ingredients across categories


📢 11. Summary 

Chibio Biotech’s Menthol delivers high-purity, performance, and sensory appeal in every form. Whether you’re enhancing a flavor, soothing a throat, or refreshing a skincare line — our menthol offers the clean, cool edge you need.

📩 Looking for premium menthol crystals, powders, or water-soluble formats?

Let’s innovate together – reach out for pricing, samples, or custom specs.

📧 Email: sales@chibiotech.com

📞 Phone: +86 (0)532 66983270

🌍 Website: www.chibiotech.com

Cool your formulations naturally — with Chibio’s Menthol. ❄️🌿

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