Q1: What is Menthol Crystal CAS 89-78-1?
CAS 89-78-1 is natural L-Menthol crystal, a plant-derived cooling ingredient extracted from mint. It is white needle crystal with pure mint flavor, widely used in food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries as a safe cooling agent.
Q2: Is your menthol crystal natural or synthetic?
Our menthol is 100% natural L-menthol from Mentha arvensis, not synthetic racemic menthol. It features purer taste, lower irritation and higher safety for high-end formulations.
Q3: What is the purity of your menthol crystal?
Our regular purity is 99.8% min (HPLC), fully exceeding the standard 99.5%. Low moisture, low heavy metal, stable melting point and optical rotation.
Q4: What grades do you supply?
We provide Food Grade, Cosmetic Grade, Pharma Grade and Industrial Grade to meet different application requirements.
Q5: What are the main applications of CAS 89-78-1 menthol?
It is widely used in chewing gum, candy, beverages, toothpaste, mouthwash, skincare cooling products, ointments, plasters, air fresheners and fine chemical essence formulas.
Q6: Does your menthol crystal have certificates for export?
Yes. We provide COA, MSDS, HALAL, KOSHER, ISO, FDA compliance documents, supporting global customs clearance and market sales.
Q7: Can I get free samples for testing?
Yes, free samples are available for quality evaluation. Customers only need to cover the freight cost. Sample delivery takes 3–7 working days.
Q8: What is your MOQ?
We support flexible MOQ. Small trial orders and bulk wholesale orders are both acceptable. We serve new brand testing and long-term factory bulk procurement.
Q9: How to store menthol crystal to avoid caking and volatilization?
Store in a cool, dry and ventilated warehouse below 25℃ and humidity below 65%. Keep tightly sealed, avoid sunlight, high temperature and strong oxidants to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.
Q10: What is the shelf life of natural menthol crystal?
The shelf life is 24 months under sealed and standard storage conditions. The crystal form, flavor and cooling effect remain stable within validity period.
Q11: What is your packaging and shipping method?
Standard package is 25kg/bag with inner PE moisture-proof bag and outer export woven bag. We support FOB, CIF, CFR, DDP and provide stable sea and air shipping for global clients.
Q12: What is the difference between L-menthol and DL-menthol?
L-Menthol (CAS 89-78-1) is natural, low irritation, pure mint taste, suitable for food and pharma. DL-Menthol is synthetic racemic menthol with stronger irritation and chemical odor, only for low-cost industrial use. Natural L-menthol is more popular for premium brands.
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