PEPPERMINT OIL
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Estimated Delivery:Jun 17 - Jun 21
PEPPERMINT OIL
Peppermint Oil – Product Specification
Botanical Name: Mentha piperita
Family: Lamiaceae
Common Name: Peppermint Oil
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Plant Part Used: Fresh or Partially Dried Aerial Parts
Origin: India
Supplier: Meena Perfumery, Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India
Product Description
Peppermint Essential Oil is a fresh, sharp, cooling, and highly aromatic oil obtained from the menthol-rich leaves of Mentha piperita.
It is widely known for its cooling, analgesic, digestive, antimicrobial, and refreshing properties.
Its crisp, minty aroma is used in pharmaceuticals, aromatherapy, cosmetics, perfumery, oral care, and food flavoring.
Organoleptic Properties
| Parameter | Description |
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| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Odor | Strong, fresh, minty, cool, characteristic peppermint scent |
| Taste | Strong, cooling, minty (not for ingestion unless food-grade) |
| Consistency | Thin and mobile |
Physical and Chemical Properties
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Specific Gravity (20°C) | 0.900 – 0.916 |
| Refractive Index (20°C) | 1.457 – 1.467 |
| Optical Rotation (20°C) | –15° to –30° |
| Flash Point | Approx. 72°C |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol and oils |
Major Chemical Constituents
| Compound | Approx. % |
|---|---|
| Menthol | 30 – 50 |
| Menthone | 15 – 30 |
| Menthyl Acetate | 2 – 10 |
| 1,8-Cineole | 3 – 10 |
| Neomenthol | 2 – 5 |
| Limonene | 1 – 3 |
| Isomenthone | 1 – 5 |
(Composition varies with harvest season and distillation.)
Quality Standards
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100% Pure and Natural Steam-Distilled Oil
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Free from Additives, Preservatives, or Solvents
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Non-GMO, Vegan, and Cruelty-Free
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Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic, Aromatherapy, and Flavour Grade
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IFRA-Compliant
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Conforms to ISO 856 (Peppermint Oil)
Applications
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Aromatherapy: cooling, refreshing, and energizing blends
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Pharmaceuticals: pain balms, inhalers, digestive products
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Cosmetics: soaps, creams, lotions, foot care
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Oral Care: toothpaste, mouthwashes, dental gels
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Food & Beverage (when food-grade): confectioneries, teas, syrups
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Perfumery: fresh minty top note
Safety and Handling
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Highly concentrated; dilute before use
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Avoid on infants and during pregnancy
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May cause skin sensitivity; patch test recommended
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Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes
Storage Recommendations
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Store in airtight aluminum or amber glass containers
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Keep in a cool, dry, and dark place
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Avoid direct sunlight and heat
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Ideal storage temperature: 15–25°C
Shelf Life
24–36 months when stored under recommended conditions.
Packaging Options
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Amber glass bottles (10 ml / 50 ml / 100 ml)
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Aluminum bottles (1 L / 5 L / 25 L)
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Bulk HDPE or GI drums (50 L / 200 L)
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Private-label and export packaging available
Supplier
Meena Perfumery
Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India
Essence of Purity – Bottled by Tradition
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