Peppermint Oil
Product Description
| Product | Peppermint Oil |
| CAS | 8006-90-4 |
| Synonym | Cornmint Oil, Oils, peppermint |
Typical Product Specifications
| Density | 0.896-0.908 |
| Very Soluble | in water |
| Tenacity | 8 hrs. on blotter |
| Refractive Index | 1.458 - 1.465 |
| Solubility | 1mL dissolves in 2.5 to 4mL of 80% alcohol |
| Aldehydes (as Benzaldehyde) | 30.0% - 50.0% |
| Optical Rotation | -15° to -35° |
| Specific gravity | 0.888 - 0.908 |
| Assay of total menthol | 40.0% - 60.0% |
| Identification | IR spectrum to match standard |
| Characteristics | A clear to yellow liquid, with a charcteristic minty odor |
| Color | colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Odor | strong penetrating peppermint odor, pungent taste producing sensation of cold when air is drawn into |
| Flash Point | (cc) 80 c |
| Class | Essential Oils |
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