Mentha Spicata Herb Extract
INCI: MENTHA SPICATA HERB EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
10 study endpoints found for Mentha Spicata Herb Extract. 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
Generally well tolerated. Healing properties noted for dry, chapped skin. Potential sensitization from fragrance allergen constituents at high use levels. Solvent extract from whole spearmint herb (Mentha spicata L., Labiatae). Contains carvone, limonene, and dihydrocarvone. Has antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal, and astringent properties
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mentha Spicata Herb Extract safe in cosmetics?
Generally well tolerated. Healing properties noted for dry, chapped skin. Potential sensitization from fragrance allergen constituents at high use levels. Solvent extract from whole spearmint herb (Mentha spicata L., Labiatae). Contains carvone, limonene, and dihydrocarvone. Has antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal, and astringent properties The EU classifies Mentha Spicata Herb Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Mentha Spicata Herb Extract allowed in the EU?
Mentha Spicata Herb Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mentha Spicata Herb Extract do in cosmetics?
Mentha Spicata Herb Extract functions as: Fragrance (perfuming). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84696-51-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Mentha Spicata Herb Extract?
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 Herb Extract?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Mentha Spicata Herb Extract 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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