Spearmint
Variety : Spearmint
Botanical Name : Mentha spicata
Forms Available : Whole
Used Part : Leaves
Product Type : Herbs
Organic : Organic/Natural/IPM
Packging : 20 Kg Bag or Customized
Container Capacity : 20' Container: 7 MT 40' Container: 14 MT
Overview
Spearmint (Mentha spicata), also called Garden Mint, is a widely cultivated herb known for its refreshing aroma, cool taste, and therapeutic properties. Available in dried leaves, powders, and essential oil forms, Spearmint is rich in carvone, menthone, and other bioactive compounds, making it ideal for culinary, nutraceutical, cosmetic, and wellness applications.
Uses
- Culinary: Added to teas, beverages, sauces, desserts, salads, and flavorings.
- Herbal & Nutraceuticals: Incorporated into powders, capsules, and wellness supplements for digestion and overall health.
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in skincare, haircare, oral care, and aromatherapy products for soothing and refreshing effects.
- Functional Beverages: Infused in herbal teas, tonics, and health drinks.
Benefits
- Supports digestion and gut health.
- Provides a cooling and refreshing 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, desserts, salads, and flavorings.
- Herbal & Nutraceuticals: Incorporated into capsules, powders, and wellness formulations.
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: Added to 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 |

