Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
10 study endpoints found for Mentha Spicata Herb 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
Dermal sensitization risk when used undiluted. Contains >50% carvone plus limonene and pinene. Recommended use at appropriate dilution (typically ≤1% in leave-on products). The most commonly referenced spearmint essential oil INCI. Contains carvone (>50%), limonene, and pinene. Also known as "Spearmint Oil." Synonyms include Mentha spicata oil and Mentha spicata leaf oil
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mentha Spicata Herb Oil safe in cosmetics?
Dermal sensitization risk when used undiluted. Contains >50% carvone plus limonene and pinene. Recommended use at appropriate dilution (typically ≤1% in leave-on products). The most commonly referenced spearmint essential oil INCI. Contains carvone (>50%), limonene, and pinene. Also known as "Spearmint Oil." Synonyms include Mentha spicata oil and Mentha spicata leaf oil The EU classifies Mentha Spicata Herb Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Mentha Spicata Herb Oil allowed in the EU?
Mentha Spicata Herb Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mentha Spicata Herb Oil do in cosmetics?
Mentha Spicata Herb Oil functions as: Perfuming (fragrance). 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 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 Herb Oil?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Mentha Spicata Herb 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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