Spearmint oil
- CAS No.
- 8008-79-5
- Chemical Name:
- Spearmint oil
- Synonyms
- MENTHA;MENTHA VIRIDIS (SPEARMINT) LEAF OIL;SPICATA;FEMA 3032;FEMA 3030;Oil mentha;curledmintoil;Crispmint oil;SPEARMINT OIL;oilofcrispmint
- CBNumber:
- CB0722780
- Molecular Formula:
- C6H14O6
- Molecular Weight:
- 182.17176
- MDL Number:
- MFCD00148459
- MOL File:
- 8008-79-5.mol
- MSDS File:
- SDS
- TDS File:
- TDS
| Boiling point | 228 °C (lit.) |
|---|---|
| alpha | aD20 -48 to -59° |
| Density | 0.918 g/mL at 25 °C |
| refractive index |
n |
| FEMA | 3032 | SPEARMINT OIL (MENTHA SPICATA L.) |
| Flash point | 160 °F |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
| Odor | at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. fresh spearmint carvone |
| Odor Type | minty |
| biological source | (Mentha cardiaca) |
| optical activity | [α]20/D 58°, neat |
| Major Application | flavors and fragrances |
| Cosmetics Ingredients Functions |
SKIN CONDITIONING FRAGRANCE ASTRINGENT |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 8008-79-5 |
| Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS) | SPEARMINT, OIL (MENTHA SPICATA L.) |
| FDA UNII | C3M81465G5 |
| EPA Substance Registry System | Spearmint oil (8008-79-5) |
| UNSPSC Code | 12164502 |
| NACRES | NA.21 |
SAFETY
Risk and Safety Statements
| Symbol(GHS) |  GHS07 |
|---|---|
| Signal word | Warning |
| Hazard statements | H315-H319-H335 |
| Precautionary statements | P261-P305+P351+P338 |
| target organs | Respiratory system |
| PPE | Eyeshields, Gloves, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter |
| Hazard Codes | Xi |
| Risk Statements | 36/37/38 |
| Safety Statements | 26-36 |
| WGK Germany | 2 |
| RTECS | WG7360000 |
| F | 8 |
| TSCA | TSCA listed |
| Storage Class | 10 - Combustible liquids |
| Hazard Classifications | Eye Irrit. 2 Skin Irrit. 2 STOT SE 3 |
| Hazardous Substances Data | 8008-79-5(Hazardous Substances Data) |
Spearmint oil price More Price(22)
| Manufacturer | Product number | Product description | CAS number | Packaging | Price | Updated | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sigma-Aldrich | W303208 | Spearmint oil rectified, FG | 8008-79-5 | 1 each | $62.8 | 2026-04-30 | Buy |
| Sigma-Aldrich | W303208 | Spearmint oil rectified, FCC, FG | 8008-79-5 | 1kg | $247 | 2026-04-30 | Buy |
| Sigma-Aldrich | W303208 | Spearmint oil rectified, FCC, FG | 8008-79-5 | 4kg | $919 | 2026-04-30 | Buy |
| Sigma-Aldrich | W303208 | Spearmint oil rectified, FCC, FG | 8008-79-5 | 9kg | $1550 | 2026-04-30 | Buy |
| Sigma-Aldrich | 60987 | Spearmint oil | 8008-79-5 | 10ml | $77.6 | 2026-04-30 | Buy |
Spearmint oil Chemical Properties,Uses,Production
Chemical Properties
The volatile oil obtained by steam distillation from the fresh overground parts of the flowering plant of M. spicata L. The oil has an aromatic odor.
Chemical Properties
Spearmint oils are obtained by steam distillation of the flowering herbs of
Mentha spicata L. ssp. spicata (native spearmint; in China and India also
from other varieties) andMentha x gracilis Sole (syn.Mentha cardiaca Ger.,
Scotch spearmint). They are colorless to yellow-green liquids with a fresh,
caraway, minty odor.
d2020 0.921–0.938; n20D 1.484–1.491; α20D 59 ° to 48 °; solubility: 1 vol in
≤3 vol of 70% ethanol at 20 °C; carbonyl number: ≥224, corresponding to a
carvone content of 60%.
The main producer of spearmint oil is the United
States, primarily the state of Washington. Smaller amounts are also produced
in some Midwest states and Canada.
Total annual North American production is ～1200 t, 30–50% being of the
native type and 50–70% of the Scotch type. Other cultivation areas
for spearmint oils exist in China and India (together ～800 t), where oils of a
native type are produced with very similar compositions to the US oils. Oils
with a higher carvone content are obtained by redistillation.
By far, spearmint oil is themost used for flavoring toothpaste and chewing
gum. Smaller quantities are used in other oral care products and in pharmaceutical
preparations.
Physical properties
The oil is a colorless, pale-yellow to greenish-yellow liquid. It may be rectified by distillation.
Uses
spearmint oil (Mentha viridis) is a cooling, aromatic stimulant described as having cleansing and decongesting properties. It is also astringent, and can add fragrance while helping mask odor. Its use is indicated for acne and oily skin. Its fragrance and therapeutic activity is similar to that of peppermint but fresher and less harsh.
Definition
Extractives and their physically modified derivatives. Mentha spicata, Labiatae and occasionally Mentha cardiaca, Labiatae.
Essential oil composition
The oil contains α-pinene, α-phellandrene, l-limonene, octyl alcohol, dipentene cineol (in some varieties only), dihydrocarveol and carvone. Esters of acetic butyric and caproic acids are also reported present in the oil.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Taste at 10 ppm
Safety Profile
Mildly toxic by ingestion. Mutation data reported. A skin irritant and an allergen. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. Used as a flavoring agent.
Spearmint oil Preparation Products And Raw materials
Raw materials
Preparation Products
| Supplier | Tel | Country | ProdList | Advantage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wuhan Hongfuda New Materials Co., Ltd. | 19107255884 19107255884 | 259506217@qq.com | China | 2188 | 58 |
| Shandong Xiya Chemical Co., Ltd | 13355009207 13355009207 | 3007715519@qq.com | China | 18722 | 57 |
| Spectrum Chemical Manufacturing Corp. | 021-021-021-67601398-809-809-809 15221380277 | marketing_china@spectrumchemical.com | China | 9643 | 60 |
| RiZhao LiDeShi Chemical Co., Ltd. | 010-51268198 | leadershipchem@126.com | China | 2541 | 58 |
| Chengdu HuaXia Chemical Reagent Co. Ltd | 400-1166-196 13458535857 | cdhxsj@163.com | China | 13323 | 58 |
| Hubei Jusheng Technology Co.,Ltd | 027-59599241 18871490274 | 1400878000@qq.com | China | 9506 | 58 |
| Chizhou Kailong Import and Export Trade Co., Ltd. | xg01_gj@163.com | China | 9413 | 50 | |
| Sigma-Aldrich | 021-61415566 800-8193336 | orderCN@merckgroup.com | China | 51389 | 80 |
| Watson Biotechnology Co.,Ltd | 027-59207879 1972026995 18140587686 | sales@3600chem.com | China | 4197 | 55 |
| Alfa Chemistry | 1-516-6625404 | support@alfa-chemistry.com | United States | 9170 | 60 |
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