Gardenmint
Variety : Gardenmint
Botanical Name : Mentha spicata
Forms Available : Whole
Used Part : Leaves
Product Type : Leaves
Organic : Organic/Natural/IPM
Packging : 20 Kg Bag or Customized
Container Capacity : 20' Container: 7 MT 40' Container: 14 MT
Overview
Garden Mint (Mentha spicata), also known as Spearmint, is a versatile herb known for its fresh aroma, refreshing taste, and therapeutic properties. Available in dried leaves, powders, and extracts, Garden Mint is widely used in culinary, herbal, cosmetic, and wellness applications. It is rich in menthone, carvone, and other bioactive compounds that provide digestive, antioxidant, and aromatic benefits.
Uses
- Culinary: Used in teas, beverages, sauces, salads, desserts, and flavorings.
- Herbal & Nutraceuticals: Incorporated into powders, capsules, and wellness supplements for digestive and overall health.
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: Added to skincare, haircare, oral care, and aromatherapy products for refreshing and soothing effects.
- Functional Beverages: Infused in herbal teas, wellness drinks, and health tonics.
Benefits
- Supports digestion and gut health.
- Provides a refreshing and cooling effect, promoting mental clarity.
- Contains antioxidants and antimicrobial compounds, supporting overall wellness.
- Traditionally used for respiratory health, stress relief, and rejuvenation.
- Enhances flavor, aroma, and therapeutic value in food and wellness products.
Industry Applications
- Food & Beverage: Used in teas, beverages, sauces, salads, desserts, and flavorings.
- Herbal & Nutraceuticals: Incorporated into capsules, powders, and wellness formulations.
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in skincare, haircare, oral care, and aromatherapy products.
- Aromatherapy & Essential Oils: Included in oils, diffusers, and spa products.
- Pharmaceuticals: Ingredient in herbal and Ayurvedic medicines for digestion, respiratory support, and overall wellness.
| # | Parameter | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | Dried, cut, or whole leaves, free from stems and twigs |
| 2 | Color | Green to brownish-green |
| 3 | Odor & Taste | Characteristic fresh, sweet, and mild mint aroma; sweet and pleasant taste |
| 4 | Moisture | NMT 10.0% |
| 6 | Total Ash | NMT 10.0% |
| 7 | Acid Insoluble Ash | NMT 2.0% |
| 8 | Foreign Matter | NMT 2.0% |
| 9 | Volatile Oil Content | NLT 0.5% |
| 10 | Microbiological | Conforms to standard food safety limits |

