Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains the same sensitizing terpenes as spearmint oil (carvone, limonene); CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) panel has evaluated spearmint-derived ingredients and found them safe at reported concentrations. Whole-plant extract of Garden Mint/Spearmint; Mentha viridis L. is the older botanical synonym for M. spicata; primarily used for taste-masking and oral freshness
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mentha Viridis Extract safe in cosmetics?
Contains the same sensitizing terpenes as spearmint oil (carvone, limonene); CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) panel has evaluated spearmint-derived ingredients and found them safe at reported concentrations. Whole-plant extract of Garden Mint/Spearmint; Mentha viridis L. is the older botanical synonym for M. spicata; primarily used for taste-masking and oral freshness The EU classifies Mentha Viridis Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Mentha Viridis Extract allowed in the EU?
Mentha Viridis Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mentha Viridis Extract do in cosmetics?
Mentha Viridis Extract functions as: Masking, Oral Care. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84696-51-5 / 90064-01-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Mentha Viridis 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.
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