Peppermint oil is obtained from mentha arvensis. It is native to the temperate regions of Europe and western and central Asia, east to the Himalaya and eastern Siberia and north America. It is a herbaceous perennial plant growing to 10 –60 CM height. The leaves are in opposite pairs, simple, 2 –6. 5 CM long and 1–2 CM broad, hairy, and with a coarsely serrated margin. The major component is menthol and have local anesthetic and counter irritant qualities. It is the component of the products meant to relieve sore throat and minor mouth or throat irritation, muscle aches, sprains, and similar conditions. It has been proved as anti fungal and antibacterial agent. It is widely used in confectionery, perfumery, mouth fresheners, cough drops, tobacco goods, medicated oils tooth pastes analgesic balms, lotions, shampoos, chewing gums, candies.
Technical Details
| Botanical Name | Mentha arvensis |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Part Used | Leaves and aerial parts |
| Origin | India |
| Mode of Extraction | Steam Distillation |
| Main Constituents | Alpha-pinene, Limonene, Beta-pinene, citral, geraniol, neral and other Sesqueterpenes |
| Description | Clear Transparent Liquid |
| Appearence | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Organoleptic Properties | Strong penetrating peppermint odour and pungent taste |
| Refractive index at 20 °C | 1.460-1.471 |
| Specific Gravity at 20 °C | 0.896-0.908 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water and soluble in other organic solvents |
Uses:As a fragrance and flavor ingredient, as a herbal Ingredient in cosmetic and medicinal Products
Storage: Well closed in air tight containers away from sunlight and heat preferably in amber color glass containers.
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