Peppermint (Cornmint)

Scientific Name:  Mentha arvensis

Country of Origin:  India

Synonyms:  Field mint, Japanese mint

Plant Family:  Lamiaceae(Labiatie)

Plant Parts Used:  Flowering herb

Extraction Method:  Distillation

Physical Characteristics:  Colourless or pale yellow liquid

Dominant Note(s):  Middle

Aroma:  Strong, fresh, bitter-sweet minty odour somewhat peppermint

Main Constituents:  Mentho l(70-95%), menthone (10-20%), pinene, menthyl acetate, ismomenthone, thujone, phellandrene, piperitone and menthofuran among others.

Blends With:  Benzoin, Cedarwood, Cypress, Lavender, Mandarin, Marjoram, Niaouli, Pine and Rosemary.

Safety Precautions:  Non-toxic, non-irritant(except in concentration), may cause sensitization as menthol as an irritant.

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