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W284815

Sigma-Aldrich

Peppermint oil

natural, FCC, FG

Synonym(s):

Mentha piperita

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CAS Number:
8006-90-4
FEMA Number:
2848
MDL number:
MFCD00147870
UNSPSC Code:
12164502
NACRES:
NA.21

biological source

Mentha piperita L.

Quality Level

400

grade

FG
Halal
Kosher
natural

reg. compliance

EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002
FCC
FDA 21 CFR 172.230
FDA 21 CFR 182.20

optical activity

[α]20/D −26°, neat

origin

USA origin

refractive index

n20/D 1.461 (lit.)

bp

215 °C (lit.)

density

0.898 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

application(s)

flavors and fragrances

Documentation

see Safety & Documentation for available documents

food allergen

no known allergens

Organoleptic

peppermint

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  • A full factorial experimental design to study the effect of flavoring agents on the mechanical properties of curcumin chewing gum tablets with high solids content.: The research explores how different flavoring agents, including peppermint oil, affect the mechanical properties of curcumin chewing gum tablets. This study is relevant for developing optimized formulations in pharmaceutical biochemistry (Al Hagbani et al., 2020).

  • Stress Response and Virulence Potential Modulating Effect of Peppermint Essential Oil in Campylobacter jejuni.: This investigation looks into how peppermint essential oil modulates stress responses and virulence in Campylobacter jejuni, highlighting its potential application in biochemical studies related to microbial pathogenesis and infection control (Kovács et al., 2019).

  • Application of in vitro lipolysis for the development of oral self-emulsified delivery system of nimodipine.: This paper discusses the use of in vitro lipolysis to develop an oral self-emulsified delivery system for nimodipine, incorporating peppermint oil as a key component. It emphasizes the role of biochemistry in enhancing drug delivery methods (Alayoubi et al., 2018).

Preparation Note

Extraction method: steam distillation

Pictograms

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GHS07,GHS09

Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H315,H317,H411

Hazard Classifications

Aquatic Chronic 2 - Skin Irrit. 2 - Skin Sens. 1

Storage Class Code

10 - Combustible liquids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

150.8 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

66 °C - closed cup

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

Regulatory Listings

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FSL

Group 4: Flammable liquids
Type 2 petroleums
Hazardous rank III
Water insoluble liquid

JAN Code

W284815-9KG:
W284815-VAR-K:
W284815-SAMPLE:
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Naoki Hiki et al.
Digestive endoscopy : official journal of the Japan Gastroenterological Endoscopy Society, 24(2), 79-86 (2012-02-22)
Peppermint oil solution was found to be effective for reducing gastric spasm during upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. The aim of the present study was to assess whether the gastric peristalsis-suppressing effect is dose-dependently induced by L-menthol, the major constituent of peppermint
M S Alam et al.
Mymensingh medical journal : MMJ, 22(1), 27-30 (2013-02-19)
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is one of the most common functional gastrointestinal disorder which is associated with considerable sufferings of patient and Peppermint oil is volatile oil, its active principle is menthol-contain a cyclic monoterpine which has anti-spasmotic properties due
Sonia Hines et al.
The Cochrane database of systematic reviews, 4(4), CD007598-CD007598 (2012-04-20)
Postoperative nausea and vomiting is a common and unpleasant phenomenon and current therapies are not always effective for all patients. Aromatherapy has been suggested as a possible addition to the available treatment strategies. This review sought to establish what effect
Takuto Hikichi et al.
Fukushima journal of medical science, 57(2), 60-65 (2012-02-23)
We investigated whether peppermint oil (PO) is useful for endoscopic diagnosis of gastric tumors without magnifying endoscopy. Twenty-six patients diagnosed with gastric tumors were examined. Endoscopic images were recorded by white light (WL) and narrow band imaging (NBI) without magnifying
Katharina Heimes et al.
Phytotherapy research : PTR, 25(5), 702-708 (2010-11-16)
Peppermint oil (Mentha × piperita L. (Lamiaceae) has been shown to exert potent antiemetic properties, but its mode of action has not yet been elucidated. Among its active constituents (-)-menthol is the most important. Three different in vitro models were
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