Spearmint oil CAS#8008-79-5
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Natural Plant-Derived Source: Obtained from the fresh aerial parts of the flowering M. spicata L. plant.
Steam Distillation Process: Produced through steam distillation, providing an effective method for extracting volatile oil.
Distinctive Aromatic Fragrance: Features a pleasant and characteristic aromatic odor.
Suitable for Fragrance Applications: Its natural aromatic properties make the oil suitable for applications requiring characteristic botanical fragrances.
Spearmint Oil CAS#8008-79-5
Spearmint oil is a volatile essential oil obtained through steam distillation of the fresh aerial parts of the flowering plant M. spicata L. It is characterized by its distinctive aromatic fragrance.
Spearmint oil Chemical Properties
| alpha | aD20 -48 to -59° |
| Boiling point | 228 °C (lit.) |
| density | 0.918 g/mL at 25 °C |
| FEMA | 3032 | SPEARMINT OIL (MENTHA SPICATA L.) |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.489(lit.) |
| Fp | 160 °F |
| storage temp | 2-8°C |
| Odor | at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. fresh spearmint carvone |
| Odor Type | minty |
| Optical Rotation | [α]20/D 58°, neat |
| biological source | (Mentha cardiaca) |
| Major Application | flavors and fragrances |
| Cosmetics Ingredients Functions | SKIN CONDITIONING |
| FRAGRANCE | |
| ASTRINGENT | |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 8008-79-5 |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Spearmint oil (8008-79-5) |
| Hazard Codes | Xi |
| Risk Statements | 36/37/38 |
| Safety Statements | 26-36 |
| WGK Germany | 2 |
| RTECS | WG7360000 |
| F | 8 |
| TSCA | TSCA listed |
| Storage Class | 10 - Combustible liquids |
| Hazard Classifications | Eye Irrit. 2 |
| Skin Irrit. 2 | |
| STOT SE 3 | |
| Hazardous Substances Data | 8008-79-5(Hazardous Substances Data) |
Product Application of Spearmint Oil CAS#8008-79-5
Spearmint oil (Mentha viridis) is a cooling and aromatic stimulant known for its cleansing and decongesting properties. It also has astringent characteristics and can provide a pleasant fragrance while helping to mask undesirable odors. It is commonly used in products intended for acne-prone and oily skin.
Its fragrance and therapeutic properties are similar to those of peppermint oil, but its aroma is generally fresher and milder.
