Ultra International B.V.
Product: Cornmint Oil
Early spring of menthe arvensis in India
Typical early plantation of COrnmint in India
Typical local production of mints in India
Cornmint Oil India Mentha arvensis
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Description
Cornmint comes from the plant Mentha arvensis and is native to Europe although it is highly cultivated in Northern India. The essential oil is derived from the steam distillation of the leaves.
Cornmint is used in similar applications to peppermint but it’s taste and odour are slightly milder. It’s slightly different properties lend itself well to more therapeutic applications as well as the obvious flavouring use.
As it is both antiseptic and anti-bacterial t is often found in dental products for the treatment of swollen gums and toothache as well as being often found in mouthwash for these benefits and its cooling flavour.
You will find many tropical skin cooling products containing cornmint. It’s also commonly used to treat stomach and respiratory complaints, headaches and muscular aches and pains..
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Product Details
- Botanical name: Mentha arvensis
- Origin: India
- Crop Season: May - July
- Plant/part used: Leaves
- Method of extraction: Steam distillation
- TSCA CAS: 90063-97-1
- EINECS: 290-058-5
- Appearance: Slight yellow to colourless clear liquid
- Organoleptic Properties: Minty, fresh
- Density: 0.889 - 0.910
- Refractive index: 1.456 - 1.467
- Optical rotation: -25° to -37°
- Chemical constituents: L-menthol
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Latest Market Information January 23, 2024
Crop acreage in 2024 is expected to mirror 2023 levels or fall slightly short. At present, customers are not willing to hold stock. But if the economic situation improves next year, there is a potential for spike in demand. Price of mentha arvensis is also expected to increase next year. At present, the price has stabilised in the market due to farmers either holding stock or not possessing enough inventory.
Market price : USD 16.00 /kilo -
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