# Peppermint oil (Mentha × piperita)

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Last reviewed: 2026-10-17 · Green Future Clinics P.S.A.

Peppermint oil is the essential oil steam-distilled from the flowering aerial parts of Mentha × piperita, characterised by its menthol, menthone and menthyl acetate content. It is supplied against Ph. Eur. or ISO 856 specifications.

Synonyms: Menthae piperitae aetheroleum; Mentha piperita oil; INCI: Mentha Piperita Oil

## Technical data

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS | 8006-90-4 |
| Pharmacopoeia / standards | Ph. Eur. (Peppermint oil); ISO 856 |
| Grade | Ph. Eur., food and cosmetic grades; menthol and menthone content per specification |
| Appearance | Colourless to pale greenish-yellow liquid with characteristic odour |
| Typical packaging | 25 kg or 180 kg HDPE or lacquered steel drums |
| Category | Botanical |
| Status | Core range |

## Documents provided

- Specification and batch CoA (GC profile)
- Safety data sheet (EU format)
- REACH registration information
- Allergen (fragrance) declaration
- Pesticide residues
- Origin statement

## Applications

Flavouring for food, confectionery and oral care; cosmetic ingredient; pharmacopoeial grade for medicinal products.

## Regulatory notes

Essential oils are substances under REACH and classified under CLP; flavouring use falls under Reg. (EC) 1334/2008.

## Verification

- https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/#query=8006-90-4

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