Menthol Crystals Aroma Chemical | Fresh Minty Note

Product Name

Menthol Crystals

CAS No.: 89-78-1*

🟢 Difficulty: Beginner

⏳ Lasting: Medium

🌸 Note: Top / Heart

*The CAS number can vary according to the menthol stereoisomer or grade supplied. For example, L-Menthol is commonly listed as CAS 2216-51-5, while DL-Menthol is commonly listed as 89-78-1.

Description

Menthol Crystals are solid crystalline forms of menthol, a naturally occurring mint-derived aroma material. They have an intensely fresh, cool, sharp and characteristic minty odor, accompanied by herbal and slightly medicinal nuances. Menthol is commonly obtained from mint oils through cooling and crystallization, producing the familiar clear-to-white crystals used across fragrance, flavor, cosmetic and personal-care applications.

In perfumery, Menthol Crystals are primarily used to create strong mint, cooling and refreshing effects. They can provide an immediate sense of freshness in mint accords and are especially useful in fragrances designed around clean, invigorating or aromatic themes. They also work well in toiletries, soaps, shampoos and other products where a recognizable mint character is desired.

Odor Profile

• Intense minty

• Fresh

• Cooling

• Peppermint-like

• Herbal

• Sharp

• Camphoraceous

• Slightly medicinal

Recommended Formulation Level (Educational guideline only)

• Trace: 0.02–0.10%

• General use: 0.10–1.00%

• High-impact accords: 1.00–3.00%

These are formulation guidelines for perfumers and are not IFRA limits.

Because Menthol Crystals have a very strong odor and cooling effect, it is generally preferable to evaluate them at low levels first and increase gradually.

Works Well With

• Peppermint Oil

• Spearmint Oil

• Menthone

• Eucalyptol

• Camphor

• Menthol derivatives

• Lavender

• Rosemary

• Eucalyptus Oil

• Lemon Oil

• Bergamot Oil

• Dihydromyrcenol

Common Applications

• Fine Fragrance

• Attars

• Soap

• Body Care

• Shampoos

• Home Fragrance

• Candles

• Oral Care

• Mint Accords

• Fresh & Cooling Accords

Perfumers' Tip

Menthol Crystals are highly powerful, so start with a trace amount when building a fragrance. Dissolve them properly in a suitable solvent or fragrance base before evaluation. Combine them with peppermint or spearmint for a fuller mint profile, or use small amounts with citrus and aromatic materials to create a crisp, refreshing opening.