Peppermint extract

Peppermint extract (CAS 84082-70-2), also referenced commercially as Mentha piperita ext., is a concentrated botanical extract derived from peppermint herb. It delivers the characteristic cool, minty flavor and aroma profile.

This extract defines a broad range of consumer products across food, personal care, and pharmaceutical markets. In food and beverage manufacturing, it functions as a natural flavoring agent in confectionery and chewing gum.

It is also widely used in baked goods and mint-flavored beverages. Personal care formulators incorporate it into toothpastes, mouthwashes, lip balms, and skincare products where a cooling sensory effect is a defined target.

Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturers use it to mask bitter or unpleasant tastes in oral dosage forms. This includes applications in syrups, lozenges, and chewable tablets for various medicinal uses.

It also appears in functional food and dietary supplement products positioned around digestive comfort claims. The extract is supplied as a liquid, typically in propylene glycol, glycerin, or alcohol carrier bases.

Concentration levels vary by application requirement, ensuring versatility for different industrial needs. Food-grade and USP-grade specifications are the most commonly sourced for high-quality production.

Organic-certified material is available for clean-label formulations to meet modern consumer demands. Packaging ranges from small drums to bulk IBC quantities depending on the specific production scale required.