Mentha Spicata Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil
INCI: MENTHA SPICATA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM OIL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
10 study endpoints found for Mentha Spicata Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 93 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 93 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| LOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| LOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 93 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 93 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| LOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| LOAEL | 30 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| LOAEL | 750 mg/kg bw/day | oral | mouse | oral | REACH |
| LOAEL | 750 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Essential oil - can cause contact sensitization or irritation. Contains limonene (a declared allergen under EU rules). Use at appropriate dilution levels. Essential oil distilled from flowers, leaves, and stems of spearmint. Dual-function ingredient: provides fragrance while also conditioning and maintaining skin in good condition. Carvone-rich profile
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mentha Spicata Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil safe in cosmetics?
Essential oil - can cause contact sensitization or irritation. Contains limonene (a declared allergen under EU rules). Use at appropriate dilution levels. Essential oil distilled from flowers, leaves, and stems of spearmint. Dual-function ingredient: provides fragrance while also conditioning and maintaining skin in good condition. Carvone-rich profile The EU classifies Mentha Spicata Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Mentha Spicata Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil allowed in the EU?
Mentha Spicata Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mentha Spicata Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil do in cosmetics?
Mentha Spicata Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil functions as: Fragrance, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84696-51-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Mentha Spicata Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Mentha Spicata Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Mentha Spicata Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil is 93 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 10 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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