Is Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract safe in cosmetics?
Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted. 4 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract
Also known as: Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Water, EC No.: 616-900-7, English black mint oil, FEMA No. 2848, Peppermint oleoresin/extract (Mentha piperita L.) (+3 more)
INCI: MENTHA PIPERITA OIL
Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract (CAS 8006-90-4) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Masking, refreshing, perfuming, tonic. Reported NOAEL =40 mg/kg/d in rat (CIR_vision_codex); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in pharmaceutical data.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Masking, refreshing, perfuming, tonic
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR safety assessment concluded safe when formulated non-sensitizing; GRAS status for flavoring
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract.
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Toxicological Studies
4 study endpoints found for Peppermint Oil CO2 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 | =40 mg/kg/d | - | rat | NOAEL study | CIR_vision_codex |
| NOAEL | =40 mg/kg/d | - | rat | NOAEL study | CIR_vision_codex |
| NOAEL | =40 mg/kg/d | - | rat | NOAEL study | CIR_vision_codex |
| NOAEL | =40 mg/kg/d | - | rat | NOAEL study | CIR_vision_codex |
Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Sensitization Rate
low
Allergen Class
fragrance
EU Allergen Listed
no
Patch Test Positive Rate
0.3%
Cross-reactivity Group
none
Reaction Type
contact-dermatitis
IFRA Restricted
Source: IFRA
EPA ToxValDB — Toxicity Values
1 toxicity value from EPA ToxValDB (aggregated from CCTE, HPV, ToxRefDB, IRIS, and other regulatory dossiers).
| Endpoint | Value | Species | Route | Duration | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LD50 | =2426 mg/kg | Rat | oral | - | TEST |
Additional Ingredient Properties
1 property record from structured ingredient metadata.
allergen_detail
{"eu_allergen_listed": "no", "allergen_class": "fragrance", "patch_test_frequency_pct": "0.3", "sensitization_rate": "low", "common_reaction_type": "contact-dermatitis", "ifra_restricted": "yes", "source": "IFRA"}
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Biocide
Deodorizer
Dye
Flavouring and nutrient
Fragrance
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory List Membership (4)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
IFRA Fragrance Transparency List
FDA Substances Added to Food (EAFUS)
Consumer Product Chemical
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract.
Regulatory Flags
cooling
fragrance
antimicrobial
natural-essential-oil
menthol-source
ifra_fragrance
fda_food_additive
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
4
Lowest NOAEL
40 mg/kg/d
Highest NOAEL
40 mg/kg/d
CIR_vision_codex
Known Synonyms
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Water
EC No.: 616-900-7
English black mint oil
FEMA No. 2848
Peppermint oleoresin/extract (Mentha piperita L.)
Pfefferminz oel
UNII-AV092KU4JH
Mentharil
Chemical Function
Fragrance
Deodorizer
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Flavouring and nutrient
Biocide
Regulatory Lists
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care - oral and dental care - teeth whitener
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
active_ingredient; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
IFRA Transparency
IFRA Transparency
IFRA Transparency
active_ingredient; Australia
Europe; Personal care - body oil
active_ingredient; Europe; Pesticides
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Cross-Vertical Safety Context
Same-CAS public records found in pharmaceutical data.
SOURCE
ChEMBL / DrugCentral / FAERS
DB_PHARMA count match
Pharmaceutical Data
Same-CAS rows from the pharmaceutical spoke database.
Adverse Event Associations
285
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract allowed in the EU?
Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract do in cosmetics?
Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract functions as: Masking, refreshing, perfuming, tonic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8006-90-4.
What is the NOAEL for Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract is =40 mg/kg/d based on a NOAEL study study via oral route in rat. A total of 4 study endpoints are available. Source: CIR_vision_codex.
Is Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract used outside cosmetics?
Peppermint Oil CO2 Extract also appears in pharmaceutical data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
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