Peppermint oil is used in perfumes, scented products, foods, cosmetics, chewing gums, creams, balms, toners and lotions, liniments, tooth paste, shampoos and soaps. It is used as a hair conditioner, and widely used in aroma therapy. The oil is used in sprout control in Potatoes. It prevents the infestation of ants, aphids, plant lice and types of beetles, mice, gophers, moles, etc., it is a mosquitoe and flea repellant.
Appearance Colourless or pale yellow liquid
Odour Refreshing mint odour
Taste Cool sensation in mouth and characteristic mint flavour
Specific Gravity 0.900g - 0.916g
Refractive Index 0.900g - 0.916g
Optical Rotation -10° to -30°
Fixed Oils and Fats Negative
L-Menthol Content 37% - 40%
Total Menthol Content Not less than 50%
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