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Mentha Viridis Extract

Low concern

Mentha viridis is taxonomically equivalent to Mentha spicata (spearmint); FDA GRAS as a natural flavor under 21 CFR 182.20. No significant safety issues at typical use levels.

Found in

17 products

What it is

Extract from Mentha viridis, a synonym/variety closely related to Mentha spicata (spearmint).

Flavoring and aromatic; also used in personal care for mint scent.

Why it's flagged

rare skin sensitization in personal care

What regulators actually say

"Spearmint oil (Mentha spicata L.) — generally recognized as safe for use in food."

FDA Food Substances database — hfpappexternal.fda.gov

"Spearmint (Mentha spicata L.) — FEMA GRAS flavoring substance."

FEMA Flavor Library — femaflavor.org

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

GRAS natural flavor (21 CFR 182.20)

European Union — EFSA

Permitted as natural flavoring

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