Menthol is an organic compound, specifically a monoterpenoid, that occurs naturally in the oils of several plants in the mint family, such as corn mint and peppermint.

Dec 17, 2025 · Menthol, terpene alcohol with a strong minty, cooling odor and taste. It is obtained from peppermint oil or is produced synthetically by hydrogenation of thymol. Menthol is used medicinally …

Sep 1, 2019 · Menthol, also called peppermint camphor, has a strong minty, cooling odor and taste. It is an organic compound that can be obtained from peppermint and other mint varieties.

Jul 2, 2025 · Menthol is a natural compound derived from peppermint oil, specifically from the Mentha arvensis and Mentha piperita plants. When it touches the skin or is inhaled through the nose, …

The purpose of this study was to examine smoking behaviors, biomarkers of exposure, and subjective responses when switching from a novel menthol cigarette to a non-menthol cigarette to isolate the …

May 14, 2025 · What Is Menthol? Menthol is a chemical naturally found in peppermint and other mint plants, but it can also be made in a lab. First added to tobacco in the 1920s and 1930s, menthol …

Oct 3, 2025 · Menthol is a natural chemical with a minty smell and taste commonly added to many products, including cigarettes and food.

Menthol has been used in different medications to relieve symptoms of asthma and rhinitis and is a constituent of cold remedies and ointments designed to be rubbed on to the chest or applied around …

Menthol, a natural compound found in various plants including peppermint, has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. From providing relief from respiratory issues to improving digestive …

May 15, 2024 · Menthol is a chemical compound found naturally in peppermint and other similar plants. Tobacco companies add menthol to commercial tobacco products to make them seem less harsh …