Spearmint oil is extracted by steam distillation of flowering tops of the spearmint plant, whose scientific name is Mentha Spicata. The main components of this oil are Alpha Pinene, Beta Pinene, Carvone, Cineole, Caryophyllene, Linalool, Limonene, Menthol and Myrcene. Although its aroma is similar to that of peppermint, due to the presence of menthol, its menthol content is negligible as compared to that of peppermint oil. Spearmint oil has been a substitute for peppermint when it is unavailable, and possesses similar medicinal properties, due to the presence of similar compounds in its essential oil. Instances of its use in ancient Greece have even been found in historical records. Natural Spearmint Oil/ Spearmint Essential Oil/ Spearmint Oil Price Product Name: Spearmint Essential Oil Botanical Name: Mentha spicata CAS #: 8008-79-5 Plant Part: Leaves Appearance: light yellow to yellow liquid Refractive Index: 1.4850~1.4970 Optical Rotation: -50°~-70° Content: L-Carvol>65% Solubility: easily soluble in 90% ethanol Extraction Method: Steam Distillation Spearmint Essential Oil has properties of antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, cephalic, emenagogue, insecticide, restorative and stimulant substance. The Essential Oil of Spearmint is extracted of flowering tops of the spearmint plant, whose scientific name is Mentha Spicata. Its main components are Alpha Pinene, Beta Pinene, Carvone, Cineole, Caryophyllene, Linalool, Limonene, Menthol and Myrcene. As ideal raw material for fragrance and toothpaste. Spearmint essential oil is of minty, slightly fruity scent, softer than that of peppermint oil. As an effective antioxidant, spearmint essential oil helps support the respiratory and nervous systems, open and release emotional blocks leading to a sense of balance and well-being. Spearmint essential oil is also used to enhance the flavor of food.