The oil is composed primarily of menthol and menthone. Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil is a colorless or pale yellow liquid having a strong, penetrating odor. It also has a pungent taste that is followed by the sensation of coldness when air is drawn int
1. Quick Details
CAS No: 8006-90-4
HS Code: 3301240000
BOTANICAL NAME: Mentha Piperita Oil
Raw Material: whole plant of the Mentha piperita (L.)
Color: Colorless or slightly yellowish clear liquid
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
INCI Name: Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil
Grade: 100% Pure and Nature
Content of menthol 32%-49%
Packaging:25kg/plastic drum, 180kg/iron drum
2. Introduction
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf, and Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Water are obtained from the Mentha piperita plant. The oil is composed primarily of menthol and menthone. Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil is a colorless or pale yellow liquid having a strong, penetrating odor. It also has a pungent taste that is followed by the sensation of coldness when air is drawn into the mouth.
3. Specifications
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Standard |
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Specific Gravity(20/20°C) |
0.888 ~0.9167 |
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Refractive index(20°C) |
1.4510 ~ 1.47007 |
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Optical Rotation(20°C) |
-32~ -10° |
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Solubility(20°C) |
1 volume is soluble in 4 volumes of 70%(v/v) alcohol forming a clear solution |
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Acid value(mg.KOH/g) |
1.0 Max |
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Ester Value(ester content) |
8~25(3%~9%) |
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Ester Value after Acetylation(Equivalent to free menthol content |
150(45.0%) min |
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Total menthol content |
50% min |
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Arsenic content(As) |
3ppm Max |
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Heavy metal(calculated as Pb) |
10ppm Max |
4. Application
100% natural peppermint essential oil contain large of menthol is Widely used in food and cosmetic perfumery additive, pharmaceutical, ciggarette, and toothpaste industries and so on.obtained by plant steal distilled Peppermint oil is light grass green or light yellow clear liquid, with cool mint aroma and slightly bitter taste;
Peppermint extract can be used to add a peppermint flavor to bakes goods, desserts, and candy, particularly candy canes, mints, and peppermint patties. Extracts for cooking may be labeled as pure, natural, imitation, or artificial. While pure and natural extracts contain peppermint oil specifically, imitation and artificial extracts generally use a mix of ingredients to achieve a flavor resembling peppermint.
Medicinal uses of peppermint extract are well documented.
Peppermint oil is commonly used to repel ants, flying insects, and rodents
Peppermint oil is used in endurance sports to improve mental and physical stamina.
5. Storage:
In one cool , dry place and keep away from the direct solar radiation
6. Conditions of Transport
UN 1993 / PGIII