Peppermint Essential Oil

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Technical Specification Sheet

Peppermint Essential Oil

INCI Name: Mentha Piperita Oil
Common Name: Peppermint Essential Oil
Botanical Source: Mentha × piperita
Plant Part Used: Aerial Parts (Leaves and Stems)
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
CAS Number: 8006-90-4
EC Number: 282-015-4
Grade: Cosmetic Grade
Packaging Size: 20ml

1. Material Overview

Peppermint Essential Oil is obtained by steam distillation of the aerial parts of Mentha × piperita.

This cosmetic-grade raw material is supplied exclusively for further incorporation into cosmetic and personal care formulations. It is characterized by a high concentration of menthol and menthone, contributing to its distinctive sharp and cooling aromatic profile.

Due to its potency and volatile composition, controlled inclusion levels are required in finished formulations.

2. Physical & Organoleptic Characteristics

• Appearance: Clear, mobile liquid
• Color: Colorless to pale yellow
• Odor: Fresh, minty, penetrating, cooling
• Solubility: Oil soluble
• Volatility: High

Natural variation may occur depending on harvest timing and regional cultivation conditions.

3. Composition & Functional Attributes

Peppermint Essential Oil typically contains:

• Menthol
• Menthone
• Menthyl acetate
• 1,8-cineole
• Limonene

Composition may vary based on origin and distillation parameters.

Functional Contribution in Formulations

Within cosmetic systems, Peppermint Essential Oil is selected for its ability to:

• Provide fresh top-note intensity in fragrance blends
• Contribute a cooling aromatic profile
• Complement herbal, citrus, and woody accords
• Integrate into emulsions, anhydrous systems, and cleansing bases as a fragrance component

Inclusion levels must comply with IFRA standards and allergen declaration requirements.

All safety, sensory, and performance parameters must be validated within the final cosmetic formulation.

4. Suitable Formulation Applications

• Fragrance components in creams and emulsions
• Hair and scalp formulations
• Soap and cleansing systems
• Anhydrous aromatic blends
• Oral-care adjacent cosmetic systems (subject to regulatory review)

Use levels must be determined through regulatory assessment, stability testing, and safety evaluation.

5. Storage & Stability

• Store in a cool, dry place
• Protect from light and heat
• Keep container tightly sealed

Exposure to heat or air may alter aromatic balance over time.

6. Handling & Manufacturing Considerations

This material should be handled in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

• Dilution prior to incorporation is recommended
• Careful dermal limit evaluation is required
• Allergen labeling obligations must be assessed
• IFRA compliance and maximum usage limits must be observed

Compatibility testing, stability assessment, and final cosmetic safety evaluation remain the responsibility of the formulator or Responsible Person.

7. Regulatory Positioning

This product is supplied strictly as a raw cosmetic ingredient for further formulation.

It is not a finished cosmetic product and is not marketed for direct consumer application.

The purchaser assumes full responsibility for compliance with Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, IFRA standards, allergen declaration requirements, CPSR preparation, PIF documentation, labeling, stability testing, and notification procedures.

8. Interesting Facts About the Raw Material

• Peppermint is a natural hybrid between watermint and spearmint.
• Menthol is the primary compound responsible for its characteristic cooling sensation.
• Oil composition can vary depending on harvest maturity and climate.
• Rectified grades may be standardized for menthol content.
• It is among the most globally traded essential oils in cosmetic manufacturing.