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Menthol (prismatic crystals)

【Naming】

Menthol

 【Common Use Level】

E

 【Source】

A saturated cyclic alcohol obtained from mint oil.

 【Characteristics】

Colorless needle-like or prismatic crystals, or white crystalline powder; has the special fragrance of mint, with an initial burning sensation followed by a cool feeling.

 【Category】

Other