PEPPERMINT, OIL (MENTHA PIPERITA L.) belongs to the monoterpenoids, a subclass of prenol lipids within the organic compounds. With an average molecular weight of 965.54 g/mol, PEPPERMINT, OIL (MENTHA PIPERITA L.) is a heavy molecule. It is characterized by the chemical formula C62H108O7 and is classified within the superclass of lipids and lipid-like molecules.
In industrial applications, this compound serves several roles, acting as a fragrance, deodorizer, humectant, and dye. It is also utilized as a flavouring and nutrient. PEPPERMINT, OIL (MENTHA PIPERITA L.) is found in one recorded source: healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and veterinary products, specifically as a component of drugs for functional gastrointestinal disorders. Recorded exposure routes for this substance include oral, dental, nasal, respiratory, auricular, cutaneous, topical, and transdermal administration.