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| CAS number | 10458-14-7 |
| Product name | Menthone |
| Stock | Stock readily available; annual supply capacity exceeding 1,000 tons. |
| Grade | Agricultural GradePharmaceutical GradeFood Grade |
| Packaging | 25L/drum200L/drum1000L/IBC |
| Sample | Test Samples Available (Click to Request Samples) |
| COA | View COA |
| Price | Get Quote |
| Supply Type | Bulk / Contract manufacturing / OEM |
| Shipping | FCL / LCL available |
| Payment Terms | Support FOB \ CIF \ EXW quotations, and accept Letter of Credit (L/C). |
| Manufacturer | Greenrock Chemical(China Factory) |
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| Industry | Application | Process |
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| Fine Fragrances & Cosmetics | Used as a fragrance ingredient in perfumes, skincare products, and chewing gum to impart a cooling, minty aroma | Menthone is obtained via natural extraction or chemical synthesis, then blended with other fragrance ingredients at specified ratios to formulate fragrance preparations |
| Pharmaceuticals | Incorporated into topical analgesics and anti-inflammatory drugs due to its analgesic and anti-inflammatory activity | Used as a pharmaceutical intermediate or excipient in drug synthesis or formulation preparation |
| Food Additives | Employed as a food flavoring agent to provide a cooling sensation, commonly found in mint-flavored confectionery and beverages | Added to food products in accordance with food safety standards following stringent quality control |
| Pesticides | Under investigation for potential use in insect repellents or plant growth regulators | In the R&D phase; utilized for insect behavioral interference studies based on its bioactivity |
| Test Item | Common Testing Methods | Method Overview |
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| Assay | Gas Chromatography (GC) | Uses capillary column separation and flame ionization detection (FID) to quantify mint ketone via internal or external standard methods, offering high sensitivity and good reproducibility. |
| High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) | Suitable for thermally unstable samples; employs a C18 reverse-phase column and UV detector (typically at 210–250 nm wavelength), enabling separation and quantification of mint ketone and its isomers. | |
| Purity Analysis | Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) | Combines the separation capability of GC with the qualitative power of MS, accurately identifying mint ketone and impurity components for purity assessment and impurity identification. |
| Ultraviolet-Visible Spectrophotometry (UV-Vis) | Utilizes the absorption characteristics of mint ketone at specific wavelengths for preliminary quantification; however, it has low specificity and is typically used for rough screening. | |
| Moisture Content | Karl Fischer Titration | A specialized method for moisture determination, available in volumetric and coulometric forms, accurately measuring trace water content to ensure product quality stability. |
| Relative Density | Pycnometer Method or Digital Density Meter | Measures the ratio of sample mass to volume at a specified temperature (e.g., 20°C), used to assess purity and detect adulteration. |
| Refractive Index | Refractometry | Determines the refractive index of the sample at standard temperature (e.g., 20°C), serving as a physical constant for identification and purity evaluation. |
| Specific Optical Rotation | Polarimetry | Measures the optical rotation angle of a mint ketone solution under sodium D-line light, used to evaluate its optical purity and stereochemical configuration (e.g., L-menthone). |
| Impurity Testing | GC or HPLC | Evaluates residual levels of related substances (e.g., isomenthone, carvone) by analyzing the number and area of impurity peaks in the chromatogram. |
| Volatile Component Analysis | Steam Distillation-GC Method | Involves extracting essential oils followed by GC analysis, suitable for determining mint ketone content in natural sources such as peppermint oil. |
| Test Item | Specification |
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| Appearance | Colorless to light yellow liquid |
| Purity | ≥99.0% |
| Menthone | 94.0%~95.0% |
| ISO memthone | 4.0%~5.0% |
| Relative density at 25 °C | 0.912~0.916 |
| Relative density at 20 °C | 1.455~1.463 |
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1. How do you ensure product quality consistency?
We rely on a mature China-based manufacturing system and implement strict batch control and quality inspection for every shipment. Our production process complies with ISO 9001 standards, and a COA is provided for each batch to ensure consistent and reliable quality.
2. Do you offer competitive pricing for bulk orders?
Yes, as a China-based manufacturer and bulk supplier, we provide tiered pricing based on order volume. We support FOB and CIF quotations, as well as L/C payment terms for large transactions to meet international trade requirements.
3. Can you support large-volume or long-term supply?
We have stable production capacity and a well-established supply chain, enabling continuous bulk supply. We support ton-level and container-level orders, as well as long-term cooperation projects.
4. What is your typical lead time?
For in-stock products, shipment can be arranged within 1–3 days. For bulk packaging or customized orders, lead time depends on the specific quantity and production schedule.
5. What documents do you provide?
We can provide complete documentation upon request, including COA, SDS, TDS, and other compliance certificates, meeting industrial procurement and export requirements.
6. Can you customize product specifications or packaging?
Yes, we support customization of parameters such as purity, impurities, residual solvents, and heavy metals. We also offer various bulk packaging options, including 25kg bags, drums, and IBC tanks, suitable for industrial applications and transportation.
7. What shipping options do you support?
We support both FCL (Full Container Load) and LCL (Less than Container Load) shipments, and can flexibly arrange logistics solutions based on order size to meet bulk chemical export needs.
8. Do you provide technical or application support?
Yes, we provide basic application guidance and technical support based on industry experience to help customers optimize product usage.
9. How do you handle compliance and export regulations?
We are familiar with international trade and export regulations, ensuring all products comply with relevant requirements. We also provide complete documentation to support smooth customs clearance and global delivery.