Description
Mentha Piperita Oil, botanically known as Menthae Piperitae Aetheroleum, is a colorless to pale yellow liquid. It has a specific gravity ranging from 0.902 to 0.918 at 25°C and a refractive index of 1.4550 to 1.4720 at 25°C. The optical rotation ranges from -12° to -30°, and the furan content ranges from 1% to 5%. Mentha Piperita Oil is slightly soluble in ethanol (96 percent).
Benefits:
Mentha Piperita Oil is highly valued for its refreshing and invigorating properties, making it a popular choice in aromatherapy and personal care products. Its cooling effect provides relief from headaches, muscle pain, and respiratory issues. Mentha Piperita Oil is also beneficial in flavoring applications, adding a minty note to various food and beverage products.
For optimal preservation, store this product in a well-fitted container, away from light and heat, ensuring a shelf life of 24 months from the manufacturing date.
| Product Details | |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Mentha Piperita Oil |
| Botanical Name | Menthae Piperitae Aetheroleum |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| CAS Number | 8006-90-4 |
| Specific Gravity @25°C | 0.902 – 0.918 |
| Refractive Index @25°C | 1.4550 – 1.4720 |
| Optical Rotation | -12° – -30° |
| Furan Content | 1% – 5% |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in ethanol (96 percent) |
| Storage | In well fitted container in cool and dark place |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months { 2 years from date of Manufacturing } |
