Natural L-Menthol · Egypt

L-Menthol Distilled 99% for Egypt

We make L-Menthol Distilled 99% from Indian mint in our Sambhal plant and export it to Egypt with full batch documentation. Natural L-menthol purified by fractional distillation to 99 % for formulators who need high purity without the crystal form.

CAS
2216-51-5
FEMA
2665
HS code
2906 11 10
Grades
Technical · Food grade · Pharma on request
Menthol content (GC)
≥ 99.0 %
Specific optical rotation
−45° to −51°
Melting range
41 – 44 °C
Packing
25 kg fibre drums or HDPE drums
Main portsAl Iskandariyh (Alexandria) · DamiettaFrom Nhava Sheva / Mundra
Sea transit12–18 daysIndicative, port to port
Key regulatorEgyptian Drug Authority (EDA)Pharmaceutical raw materials
CurrencyEGP

Supplying L-Menthol Distilled 99% to Egypt

We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) or Damietta. Indicative port-to-port transit is 12–18 days, depending on routing and transhipment.

In 2025, India exported 2.1 tonnes of menthol (HS 2906 11) to Egypt, down 81% on 2022, according to UN Comtrade.

Buyers in Egypt often search for this product as بلورات المنثول.

L-Menthol Distilled 99% is used in oral care and confectionery flavours, topical pharmaceuticals and fragrance compounding. Imports into Egypt usually involve Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA); we provide the specifications, COAs and certificates your file needs.

Documents for Egypt

  • Certificate of Analysis (COA) for every batch
  • Safety Data Sheet (SDS / MSDS) and technical data sheet
  • Commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading
  • Certificate of Origin
  • Halal certificate
India → Egypt, menthol202220242025
Net weight11.2 tonnes3.6 tonnes2.1 tonnes

Source: UN Comtrade, India exports by partner, HS 290611. All Indian exporters combined.

FAQ

L-Menthol Distilled 99% in Egypt

Can N S Mint supply L-Menthol Distilled 99% to Egypt?

Yes. We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) or Damietta. Indicative port-to-port transit is 12–18 days, depending on routing and transhipment. Send us the grade, quantity and destination and our export desk will quote.

Which documents come with a shipment of L-Menthol Distilled 99% to Egypt?

Certificate of Analysis (COA) for every batch, Safety Data Sheet (SDS / MSDS) and technical data sheet, Commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading, Certificate of Origin and Halal certificate.

How is L-Menthol Distilled 99% priced for delivery to Cairo?

We quote FOB India or CIF Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria), and other Incoterms on request. Contracts are hedged when they are signed, so the agreed price and quantity hold even if the mint market moves.

Which authority regulates L-Menthol Distilled 99% imports in Egypt?

Most buyers deal with Egyptian Drug Authority (EDA) and National Food Safety Authority (NFSA). We supply the specifications, COAs and certificates your registration needs; please confirm current requirements with your regulatory team.

Is your L-Menthol Distilled 99% Halal certified?

Yes. Our plant holds Halal and Kosher certification, and the certificate can accompany every shipment to Egypt.

When should I choose distilled menthol over crystals?

When you melt or dissolve menthol in your process anyway, distilled 99 % gives the same purity at a lower cost than bold crystals.

Full specification: L-Menthol Distilled 99%. Market overview: Egypt.

Tell us the grade, quantity and port. Our export desk comes back with a quote.