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NAP Peppermint Oil

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Conventional or organic available Peppermint Mentha piperita, is a hybrid mint, a cross between watermint and spearmint. The plant, indigenous to Europe and the Middle East, is now widespread in cultivation in many regions of the world. It is found wild occasionally with its parent species. Peppermint was first described in 1753 by Carl Linnaeus from specimens that had been collected in England he treated it as a species, but it is now universally agreed to be a hybrid. It is a herbaceous rhizomatous perennial plant growing to 30–90 cm tall, with smooth stems, square in cross section. The rhizomes are wide-spreading, fleshy, and bare fibrous roots. The leaves are from 4–9 cm long and 1.5–4 cm broad, dark green with reddish veins, and with an acute apex and coarsely toothed margins. The leaves and stems are usually slightly fuzzy. The flowers are purple, 6–8 mm long, with a four-lobed corolla about 5 mm diameter they are produced in whorls (verticillasters) around the stem, forming thick, blunt spikes. Flowering is from mid to late summer. Peppermint is a fast-growing plant once it sprouts, it spreads very quickly.

INCI Name: Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin, Non-Animal Origin, Plant Origin

Benefit Claims: Anti-Inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Non-Irradiated

Labeling Claims: BSE-free, CMR Substances-free, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Cruelty-Free, Nanomaterials-free, Natural, Naturally Derived, Non-GMO, Non-Toxic, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Not Tested on Animals, Organic, Phthalates-free, Plant-Based, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: FDA Compliant, Nagoya Compliant, Organic Certified, USDA Certified

    Knowde Enhanced TDS

    Identification & Functionality

    Chemical Family
    CAS No.
    8006-90-4, 84082-70-2
    EC No.
    282-015-4, 284-211-1

    Features & Benefits

    Product Details
    Peppermint is a versatile perennial herb that has been cherished for centuries. Peppermint Oil is an invigorating and stimulating oil and is a very popular ingredient in aromatherapy, cosmetic and pharmaceutical products. Amongst its many beneficial properties, it is anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and insecticidal.

    Applications & Uses

    Color Cosmetic Applications
    Common Uses
    Peppermint Oil is used in a various range of cosmetic applications. It is suitable in skin care products such as body milks, soaps, cleansers, creams, lip balms, bath products and hair care products.

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Odor
    Characteristic, Minty
    Appearance
    Colorless pale yellow pale olive liquid
    Composition
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Menthone Content14.0 to 32.0%
    Iso Menthone Content1.5 - 10.0%
    Menthofuran Content0.4 to 1.8%
    Menthyl Acetate Content4.0 - 10.0%
    Menthol Content30.0 - 55.0%
    Pulegone ContentTrace to 2.0%
    Carvone ContentTrace to 0.2%
    Limonene ContentTrave to 6.5%
    Specifications
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Optical Rotation (at 20 ̊C)-30.0 to -10.0°
    Specific Gravity (at 20°C)0.890 - 0.920
    Refractive Index (at 20 ̊C)1.450 - 1.480
    Flash Point67°C
    Note
    The specifications and chemical composition of peppermint can vary according to variety, climate, environment and country of origin.

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Animal Testing Statement
    We confirm that we do not nor have ever tested our products or their individual ingredients/raw materials on animals. Our company is against animal testing. We will never knowingly purchase from any supplier who participates in animal testing. We are committed to cruelty free products and do not use or sell products that have been tested on animals.
    Allergens
    Can contain limonene
    BSE and TSE Statement
    Essential oils are obtained by extraction from plants, trees or fruit. These processes do not use any sources that are derived from animals. Essential oils are free from BSE (Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy) and TSE (Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy).
    Sewer Sludge Statement
    This product has not been produced with the use of sewage sludge.
    Non Irradiation Statement
    We can confirm that this product is not treated by irradiation or ETO. Consumer safety and customer satisfaction are our primary concerns.
    Non GMO Statement
    Our products are produced using traditional methods. No genetically modified organisms (GMO’s) or transgenic breeding methods are used in their production.
    Prop 65 Statement
    This product is devoid of the materials in Californian Safe Program Proposition 65.
    Naturally Occurring Statement
    We take pride in providing our customers with safe, reliable, high quality products. We are pleased to declare that our products are Naturally Occurring Substances. All of our oils are derived from natural products and produced using traditional methods and are not produced synthetically.
    Nagoya Statement
    This product is sourced from a country with complies with the Nagoya protocol and is not endangered according to the Access/Benefit Sharing (Biodiversity) regulation.
    CMR Substances Statement
    Our products do not contain any substances classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or reprotoxic (CMR) of categories 1A, 1B or 2 under Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008
    Responsible Sourcing Statement
    This product is produced under safe conditions in compliance with social and environmental rules by authorized suppliers using voluntary labor.
    Nano Technology Statement
    This product has been manufactured without use of any kind of Nanotechnology and does not contain ingredients resulting therefrom.
    Non Nanoparticle Statement
    Essential oils are naturally occurring products and obtained by extraction from plants, trees, seeds or fruits. All of our products are unadulterated, pure and free from nanoparticles unless otherwise stated.
    Phthalates Statement
    Essential oils are naturally occurring products and obtained by extraction from plants, trees, seeds or fruits. All of our products are unadulterated, pure and free from phthalates unless otherwise stated. COMPANY REGULATORY STATEMENTS Shelf Life: Under optimal storage conditions, in original unopened packaging, minimum three years. COMPANY REGULATORY STATEMENTS Shelf Life: Under optimal storage conditions, in original unopened packaging, minimum three years.

    Storage & Handling

    Shelf Life
    2 Years
    Storage Condition
    Keep in a cool area away from heat and light in a suitable airtight container. Under optimal storage conditions, in original unopened packaging, minimum two years.