W284815

Peppermint oil

natural, FCC, FG

• Synonym(s): Mentha piperita
• CAS Number: 8006-90-4
• FEMA Number: 2848
• MDL number: MFCD00147870
• UNSPSC Code: 12164502
• NACRES: NA.21

Properties

• biological source: Mentha piperita L.
• Quality Level: 400
• grade: FG; Halal; Kosher; natural
• reg. compliance: EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002; FCC; FDA 21 CFR 172.230; FDA 21 CFR 182.20
• optical activity: [α]20/D −26°, neat
• origin: USA origin
• refractive index: n20/D 1.461 (lit.)
• bp: 215 °C (lit.)
• density: 0.898 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
• application(s): flavors and fragrances
• Documentation: see Safety & Documentation for available documents
• food allergen: no known allergens
• Organoleptic: peppermint

Description

Application

• A full factorial experimental design to study the effect of flavoring agents on the mechanical properties of curcumin chewing gum tablets with high solids content.: The research explores how different flavoring agents, including peppermint oil, affect the mechanical properties of curcumin chewing gum tablets. This study is relevant for developing optimized formulations in pharmaceutical biochemistry (Al Hagbani et al., 2020).


• Stress Response and Virulence Potential Modulating Effect of Peppermint Essential Oil in Campylobacter jejuni.: This investigation looks into how peppermint essential oil modulates stress responses and virulence in Campylobacter jejuni, highlighting its potential application in biochemical studies related to microbial pathogenesis and infection control (Kovács et al., 2019).


• Application of in vitro lipolysis for the development of oral self-emulsified delivery system of nimodipine.: This paper discusses the use of in vitro lipolysis to develop an oral self-emulsified delivery system for nimodipine, incorporating peppermint oil as a key component. It emphasizes the role of biochemistry in enhancing drug delivery methods (Alayoubi et al., 2018).

Preparation Note

Extraction method: steam distillation

Safety Information

• Pictograms: GHS07,GHS09
• Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements: H315 - H317 - H411
• Precautionary Statements: P261 - P264 - P272 - P273 - P280 - P302 + P352
• Hazard Classifications: Aquatic Chronic 2 - Skin Irrit. 2 - Skin Sens. 1
• Storage Class Code: 10 - Combustible liquids
• WGK: WGK 1
• Flash Point(F): 150.8 °F - closed cup
• Flash Point(C): 66 °C - closed cup
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves