mentha pulegium herb extract

Mentha pulegium herb extract is a natural botanical extract sourced from the european pennyroyal plant, Mentha pulegium L., belonging to the Labiatae family. This extract typically appears as a liquid with a characteristic minty odor profile. Also referred to as pennyroyal herb extract or Mentha pulegium, ext., it is valued in fragrance formulations for its distinctive sensory properties. The extract is derived from the herbaceous parts of the plant, often by steam distillation or solvent extraction. It is catalogued in chemical databases such as PubChem under specific substance identifiers, reflecting its recognized chemical identity and composition. Its sourcing from a widely distributed herb lends itself to consistent availability for industrial applications, especially in perfumery.

The source plant, european pennyroyal, naturally occurs across various regions in Europe and neighboring climates. Mentha pulegium herb extract captures the distinct volatile constituents of this plant, widely used in fragrance products. It primarily functions as a perfuming agent, imparting a minty aroma that complements diverse fragrance compositions. Regulatory practices such as IFRA (Global) set guidelines for the safe use of this extract to ensure consumer safety in personal care products. The extract is notably not recommended for flavoring purposes according to formal safety assessments, restricting its use primarily to fragrance applications in cosmetic and related industries.

Mentha pulegium herb extract presents as a volatile, aromatic liquid exhibiting a minty odor, which arises from its complex mixture of essential oil components typical of the Mentha genus. The extract’s volatility and odor profile make it suitable for evaporation and olfactory impact in fragrance formulations. Its physico-chemical stability under typical storage and use conditions supports its inclusion in perfumes and cosmetics. The lack of significant classification under OSHA’s hazard communication standards underscores its relative safety profile, although specific toxicological data remain limited. The extract’s physicochemical traits influence formulation choices, ensuring compatibility with solvent systems, carrier bases, and other fragrance materials.

	mentha pulegium l. herb extract
Pubchem (sid):	135311539

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Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
Not determined
Dermal Toxicity:
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Inhalation Toxicity:
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Safety in use information

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fragrance agents
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IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
Recommendation for mentha pulegium herb extract flavor usage levels up to:
	not for flavor use.

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mentha pulegium l. herb extract

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