Mentha Arvensis is a herbaceous perennial plant. Commonly known as Japanese mint (or cornmint) is the source of a major raw material for the flavours and fragrances industry. Cornmint oil is obtained by steam distillation of the flowering herb of Mentha Arvensis. The main chemical component of Mentha arvensis oil is Menthol.

Usually colourless or pale yellow in colour, Cornmint Oil, better known as Japanese Mint Oil, is known for its superior potency levels.

Frangipani extracts are known for its subtle soothing fragrance that is complex, sweet, and floral with a hint of exotic spice. It is often paired Menthol is the main chemical component of Mentha Arvensis Oil. The oil contains around 70-75% of L-menthol. Additionally, Terpenes (alpha Pinene, beta Pinene, Limonene, cineol, octanol) Menthone, Neomenthol, Methyle acetate, Pulegone and pipretone are other components found in cornmint oil.

Mentha Arvensis Oil has multiple applications and is used across categories like confectionary, cosmetics, beverages, oral care, household cleaners, personal care products and tobacco flavouring. It also used by the Pharma and Nutraceuticals industry extensively.

Currently, production of Mentha Arvensis is dominated by India. The state, Uttar Pradesh is responsible for around 90% of India’s mint production. The quality of raw material directly impacts the quantity and quality of oil produced, which is why Mane Kancor, a leading cornmint oil manufacturer in India, has dedicated a large number of resources to build a strong supply chain in these mint producing regions. Mane Kancor’s Mentha Arvensis Oil complies with the IP grade.