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L-Menthyl lactate(Cas number：59259-38-0)
Aliases: 5-methyl-2 -(1-methylethyl) cyclohexyl-α-hydroxypropionate;
Molecular formula: C13H24O3
Molecular weight:228.33
Appearance：White crystalline solid
Odor：Afaint aroma of chamomile or tobacco.
Purity:≧98.0%
Acid value(Calculated by KOH，mg/g):≤2.0
Melting point(℃):≧40.0
Boiling point /℃ : 142 (5mmHg)
Optical rotation a20/D: ≤-78 (Ethanol)
Content (G.C):99% (sum of isomers)
Solubility (20℃) : insoluble in water, 1:20 (mass fraction) in 50% ethanol (volume fraction); Propylene glycol is miscible in any proportion
FEMA number:3748
(MUI)Halal status:Certified
(SHC)Halal status:Certified
Kosher status: Certified
Quality guarantee period：36months（ Do not open the seal）
Storage condition：This product is stored in acool and ventilated place. Avoid miscellaneousair pollution.

L-Menthyl Lactate (ML), a mint derivative, has traditionally been used by formulators in cooling products. However, peppermint is volatile and irritating, resulting in a strong and short cooling effect, because it has a special mint flavor and cover the scent of the essence. In view of the market gap, the introduction of a long - term unscented coolant - menthyl lactate. Can be used in cosmetics, skin care products, food, beverage, toothpaste, medicine, tobacco and other different industries.
Advantages of l-menthol lactate:
No skin irritation: no irritation to mucous membranes, so suitable for sensitive skin products.
No cover scent: Since there is only a faint scent, you are free to choose the fragrance to suit your market concept, a refreshing product without mint flavor is possible.
Long-lasting cooling effect: With long-lasting cooling effect, it can prepare refreshing and pleasant cooling products.
Easy to use: the product is crystal, very easy to disperse, simplifying the manufacturing process.
Compatibility: Menthol lactate has good compatibility and does not affect other properties of the product.