spearmint oil scotch

Spearmint oil scotch is an essential oil obtained by steam distillation from the herbs of Mentha cardiaca, a plant in the Labiatae family. This oil is recognized for its characteristic smooth, sweet, minty aroma dominated by carvone, making it a valuable ingredient in both flavor and fragrance formulations. It is also known by several synonyms including scotch spearmint oil, Mentha cardiaca herb oil, and American scotch spearmint oil. Its sensory notes emphasize a minty flavor and odor with subtle herbal and spicy undertones. The chemical composition and odor profile link to the controlled-vocabulary PubChem entry for Mentha cardiaca, supporting its identification and classification. This oil is sourced primarily from cultivated Mentha cardiaca plants using standard extraction methods such as steam distillation.

Spearmint oil scotch naturally originates from Mentha cardiaca, a species cultivated for its aromatic properties. Due to its distinct smooth and sweet minty character, it finds application mainly as a flavoring and fragrance agent in various products. The oil is employed in the formulation of foods, beverages, chewing gums, and confectionery items, with usage levels guided by FEMA (US) standards ensuring safety and efficacy. Furthermore, it serves as a perfuming agent in cosmetic products, contributing herbal and minty nuances. Its odor profile supports its use in products aimed at imparting fresh, clean notes such as soaps and personal care formulations. Regulatory frameworks such as IFRA (Global) recommend maximum usage concentrations to mitigate sensitization risks.

Spearmint oil scotch exhibits solubility characteristics important for its incorporation into formulations. Although soluble in alcohol, it has limited water solubility, estimated at 367.1 mg/L at 25°C, influencing its dispersion and stability in aqueous products. This partial solubility demands appropriate solvent selection or emulsifiers in formulations. The oil’s physical nature allows for ease of blending with other fragrance and flavor components, while its minty aromatic constituents, primarily carvone, define its chemical behavior. Such properties guide formulators in achieving desired sensory effects and maintaining stability in finished goods.

	mentha cardiaca herb oil
Canada Domestic Sub. List:	91770-24-0
Pubchem (sid):	135347555

FDA Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS):	View
Export Tariff Code:	3301.25.0020
Wikipedia:	View
FAO:	BASIC PRINCIPLES OF STEAM DISTILLATION

Safety information

European information :
Most important hazard(s):
Xn - Harmful.
R 36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin. R 43 - May cause sensitisation by skin contact. R 65 - Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. S 02 - Keep out of the reach of children. S 26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S 36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. S 62 - If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
None found.
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogram
Hazard statement(s)
None found.
Precautionary statement(s)
None found.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
oral-rat LD50 5000 mg/kg Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 16, Pg. 871, 1978.
Dermal Toxicity:
Not determined
Inhalation Toxicity:
Not determined

Safety in use information

Category:
flavor and fragrance agents
RIFM Fragrance Material Safety Assessment: Search
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
contains the following IFRA (Annex) restricted components: (non-analysis max. level reference only)
L-carvone	Max. Found: 67.00 % and Reason: Sensitization
1-octen-3-yl acetate	Max. Found: 0.06 % and Reason: Sensitization
Recommendation for spearmint oil scotch usage levels up to:
	8.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate.
Use levels for FEMA GRAS flavoring substances on which the FEMA Expert Panel based its judgments that the substances are generally recognized as safe (GRAS).
The Expert Panel also publishes separate extensive reviews of scientific information on all FEMA GRAS flavoring substances and can be found at FEMA Flavor Ingredient Library
publication number: 22. Update in publication number(s): 26
Click here to view publication 22
		average usual ppm	average maximum ppm
baked goods:		-	-
beverages(nonalcoholic):		-	-
beverages(alcoholic):		-	-
breakfast cereal:		-	-
cheese:		-	-
chewing gum:		8000.00000	24000.00000
condiments / relishes:		50.00000	250.00000
confectionery froastings:		-	-
egg products:		-	-
fats / oils:		-	-
fish products:		-	-
frozen dairy:		50.00000	130.00000
fruit ices:		-	-
gelatins / puddings:		-	-
granulated sugar:		-	-
gravies:		-	-
hard candy:		5000.00000	10000.00000
imitation dairy:		-	-
instant coffee / tea:		-	-
jams / jellies:		100.00000	200.00000
meat products:		-	-
milk products:		-	-
nut products:		-	-
other grains:		-	-
poultry:		-	-
processed fruits:		-	-
processed vegetables:		-	-
reconstituted vegetables:		-	-
seasonings / flavors:		1000.00000	5000.00000
snack foods:		-	-
soft candy:		5000.00000	10000.00000
soups:		-	-
sugar substitutes:		-	-
sweet sauces:		40.00000	90.00000

Safety references

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reference(s):

Conclusion on the peer review of the pesticide risk assessment of the active substance plant oils/spearmint oil View page or View pdf

Scientific Opinion on the safety assessment of carvone, considering all sources of exposure View page or View pdf

EPI System: View

Chemical Carcinogenesis Research Information System:Search

AIDS Citations:Search

Cancer Citations:Search

Toxicology Citations:Search

EPA Substance Registry Services (TSCA):91770-24-0

EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data

EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data

WISER:UN 2319

WGK Germany:2

mentha cardiaca herb oil

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