Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as flavouring, fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Mentha Aquatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil is the volatile oil of the flowers, leaves and stems of the Water Mint, Mentha aquatica L., Lamiaceae
What does it do?
Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Flavouring
adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
EU regulatory status
Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Oil?
Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Mentha Aquatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil is the volatile oil of the flowers, leaves and stems of the Water Mint, Mentha aquatica L., Lamiaceae
Is Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Oil do in cosmetic products?
Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: flavouring, fragrance.
What is the CAS number of Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Oil is 90063-96-0.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 06/12/2011