Description

Mentha Pulegium Oil is a premium essential oil steam-distilled from the flowering tops and leaves of the *Mentha pulegium* plant, commonly known as Pennyroyal. This natural extract is valued for its distinctive, powerful minty aroma and its complex chemical profile, which includes pulegone as a key constituent. It serves as a versatile ingredient for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, aromatherapy, and botanical extract industries seeking authentic and potent natural notes.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: Used as a key aromatic component in perfumery for its intense, herbaceous mint character and in flavoring agents for niche food and beverage products.
• Aromatherapy & Natural Wellness: Incorporated into diffuser blends, massage oils, and topical preparations for its traditional use in aromatherapy practices.
• Phytochemical & Botanical Extraction: Sourced as a raw material for the isolation of specific terpenoids and for research in natural product chemistry.
• Natural Product Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of natural insect repellents, herbal supplements, and cosmetic products capitalizing on botanical ingredients.
• Industrial Fragrancing: Employed in air care products, household cleaners, and detergents to provide a fresh, herbal scent profile.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mentha Pulegium Oil
CAS No.	8007-44-1
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture; Main component: C10H16O (Pulegone)
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural mixture)
Synonyms	Pennyroyal Oil; Hedeoma Oil; *Mentha pulegium* L. Oil; European Pennyroyal Oil; Pudding Grass Oil; Fleabane Oil; Squaw Mint Oil; Lurk-in-the-Ditch Oil; Pulegium Oil
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Quality Control

Our Mentha Pulegium Oil is sourced and processed under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Quality is verified through analytical methods including Gas Chromatography (GC) and GC-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) to characterize its profile. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing physical constants, chemical composition, and purity is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain oil integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic, strong herbaceous minty odor
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Relative Density (20°C)	0.928 - 0.940
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.483 - 1.488
Optical Rotation (20°C)	-15° to +5°
Assay (GC, as Pulegone)	≥ 80.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.