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Appearance
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A clear, almost colourless to amber yellow liquid, free from sediment ,suspended matter andcharacteristics of mint and menthol-like odor
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Solubility
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The material shall not require more than seven volume of ethanol (70%) to obtain a clear solution at 27°C when tested
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Identification 'A' & 'B'
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Passes IP test
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Relative density
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0.890 - 0.910
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Refractive index (20°C; 589 nm)
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1.4500-1.4595
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Optical rotation
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-14.0° to -38.5°
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Assay (by GC)
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-
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Menthole
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13.0 - 28.0% w/w
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Menthole
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32.0 - 45.0% w/w
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