Mentha Piperita Water
INCI: MENTHA PIPERITA (PEPPERMINT) WATER (ALSO REGISTERED AS MENTHA PIPERITA LEAF WATER)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR data insufficiency is a notable flag; generally considered low-risk due to dilute nature; menthol content much lower than essential oil; still may sensitize at high concentrations. Aqueous distillate (hydrosol) from steam distillation - contains water-soluble volatile compounds at trace levels; pH typically 4.5-5.5; commonly used as an aqueous phase replacement in natural formulations
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mentha Piperita Water safe in cosmetics?
CIR data insufficiency is a notable flag; generally considered low-risk due to dilute nature; menthol content much lower than essential oil; still may sensitize at high concentrations. Aqueous distillate (hydrosol) from steam distillation - contains water-soluble volatile compounds at trace levels; pH typically 4.5-5.5; commonly used as an aqueous phase replacement in natural formulations The EU classifies Mentha Piperita Water as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Mentha Piperita Water allowed in the EU?
Mentha Piperita Water EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mentha Piperita Water do in cosmetics?
Mentha Piperita Water functions as: Fragrance, perfuming, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84082-70-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Mentha Piperita Water?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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