ISO/NP 2256

Dried mint (spearmint) (Mentha spicata Linnaeus syn. Mentha viridis Linnaeus) — Specification

Scope

Covers the requirements for leaves of this spice in whole, broken or rubbed form. The term `dried mint'included dehydrated mint, i.e. artificially dried mint. Does not apply to dried peppermint for which requirements are given in ISO 5563. Describes sampling, method of test, packing and marking. Recommendations concerning storage and transport conditions are given in an annex.