MENTHA ARVENSIS OIL

The oil is obtained by steam distillation of the aerial part of Mentha arvensis L.

1.      Organoleptic Properties:

Appearance                       :         Slightly thick liquid.

Color                                 :         Pale yellow.

Aroma                               :         Strong, fresh and somewhat bitter-sweet.

2.      Physico-chemical properties:

Specific gravity                  :         0.8940 to 0.9015 at 25⁰ C.

Optical rotation                  :         [-] 15.5⁰ to [-] 45.0⁰ at 25⁰ C.

Refractive index                 :         1.4590 to 1.4750 at 25⁰ C.

Acid number                      :         0.3 to 5

Ester number                     :         3 to 15

Ester number

after acetylation                 :         210 to 255

Total menthol content         :         70-88%

Solubility                           :         Soluble in 1.2 to 2.5 volumes of 70% alcohol.

3.      Packing :

Epoxy-coated metallic barrels - 100 kg capacities.

4.      Use:

(a)               In the isolation of menthol crystals, in flavoring too9thpastes, mouthwashes and pharmaceuticals.

(b)               Aromatherapeutic uses:

Oil is good for the nervous system acting as a regulator and sedative: Menthol is well known as a cardiac tonic in pharmaceutical preparations.  It is a good blood cleanser. Because it is antiseptic and anti-bacterial, it can be used in swollen gums, mouth wash or mouth ulcers, toothache.

Caution:

Do not use this oil to pregnant and children.

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