1. Both menthol and racemic menthol are used as perfumers in toothpastes, perfumes, beverages and sweets. In medicine, it is used as a stimulant, acting on the skin or mucous membranes, and has a cooling and itching relief effect. It can be taken internally as a wind-repellent medicine for headache and nasal, pharyngeal, laryngitis, etc. Its esters are used in fragrances and medicines. In the world, China is the main natural peppermint production park, and the annual output of peppermint oil reaches 2000-3000t.
2. Widely used in daily flavor, food flavor, tobacco flavor. Generally in chewing gum 1100mg/kg; 400mg/kg in candy; 130mg/kg in baked goods; Ice cream 68mg/kg; 35mg/kg in soft drinks.
3. It has bactericidal and antiseptic effect.
4. Used as a special additive for curative cosmetics. For toilet water, etc. It can also be used as an odorant for toothpaste, perfume, beverages and sweets. It is used for making sweets, drinks, spices and medicinal purposes