Food
Spearmint Oil
Mentha spicata Oil · Chewing Gum Standard
हरा पुदीना तेल · Mentha spicata
- Origin:
- Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh
- Flavour:
- Sweet, mild, cooling — gentler than peppermint
Chewing Gum StandardChildren's CareCocktailsExport
About Spearmint Oil
Spearmint oil is the milder, sweeter alternative to peppermint. Dominated by carvone (55–75%) rather than menthol, it provides a fresh, sweet, minty character without the intense cold of peppermint. Preferred in chewing gum, children's toothpaste and premium confectionery where a gentler mint character is desired.
Health Benefits
- Carvone provides digestive carminative effects without menthol intensity
- Antiandrogen properties — shown to reduce unwanted hair growth in studies
- Anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties against pathogens
- Gentler alternative to peppermint for sensitive applications and products
Culinary & Industrial Uses
- Chewing gum flavouring — spearmint gum is a major global category
- Children's toothpaste and oral care for milder freshening experience
- Premium confectionery and mint candies worldwide
- Mojito, cocktail and specialty beverage flavouring
Processing & Grades
Steam distillation of spearmint herb. Carvone 55–75% by GC-MS. Available in food and pharmaceutical specifications. Natural and nature-identical versions available.
