Peppermint Oil

Botanical Name: Mentha Piperata

Price range: $3.32 through $940.00

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Description

DESCRIPTION:
This oil offered by us is obtained from the several species of the mentha arvensis perennial herb. Extracted from fresh peppermint plant that has leaves with serrated edges and purple spiked flowers, we offer peppermint oil that retains the natural essence of the plant. The Japanese Peppermint is well known for its high menthol content. It is widely used for medicinal purposes due to antibacterial, antiviral & antifungal properties.

CONSTITUENTS:
L-Menthol, Menthyl acetate, Isomenthone, Menthone, D-Limonene, Alpha-Pinene

AROMATIC SUMMARY / NOTE / STRENGTH OF AROMA:
A top note with a strong aroma, Peppermint has a sharp, penetrating scent based on its high menthol content. The minty sweetness of the vapor makes it one of the most popular Oils.

BLENDS WITH:
Basil, bergamot, cajeput, cedarwood, eucalyptus, lemon, lime, mandarin, marjoram, niaouli, pine, rosemary, spearmint, thyme.

COMMON NAMES:
Brandy mint and balm mint.

USES:
This oil finds usage in the food and beverage industry. Its cooling effect also makes it a popular ingredient in skin and hair care products. Its astringent property makes it an effective balm for bruises and sore joints. The alluring fragrance makes it an attractive addition in the soap and candle industry as well. It is used for treating gingivitis, toothache, nausea, liver congestion, irritable bowel syndrome, cholera and yellow fever.

THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES:
This oil recommended due to its various therapeutic properties which include – Analgesic, anesthetic, antiseptic, antigalactagogue, antiphlogistic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, cephalic, cholagogue, cordial, decongestant, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, hepatic, nervine, stimulant, stomachic, sudorific, vasoconstrictor and vermifuge.

SpecificationValue
Botonical NameMentha Piperata
CAS #68917-18-0
Country of OriginIndia
Color & OdorSlightly Yellow with Cold Mint odor
SolubilitySoluble in Alcohol & Paraffin Oil But Insoluble in Water
Specific Gravity0.925 - 0.952 @ 20C
Optical Rotation-30 to -10
Refractive Index1.484 - 1.491 @ 20C
Flash Point67 C
Medicinal UsesUsed in Analgesic (for pain), anti-inflammatory (for inflammation), anti-infectious, antimicrobial (destroys pathogens), antispasmodic, antiseptic (destroys and prevents germs), astringent.
Major ConstituentsL-Menthol, Menthone
Plant Part UsedHerb
Extraction MethodSteam Distillation
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