Natural L-Menthol · France

L-Menthol Melted 99% for France

Buyers in France source L-Menthol Melted 99% straight from our plant in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, where we distil, refine and test it ourselves. Natural L-menthol supplied fused into a solid block for buyers who melt menthol into liquids, saving the cost of crystallisation.

CAS
2216-51-5
FEMA
2665
HS code
2906 11 10
Grades
Technical · Food grade
Menthol content (GC)
≥ 99.0 %
Specific optical rotation
−45° to −51°
Packing
180 kg GI drums; 25 kg on request
Main portsLe Havre · MarseilleFrom Nhava Sheva / Mundra
Sea transit20–30 daysIndicative, port to port
Key regulatorEuropean Chemicals Agency (ECHA)REACH registration and CLP labelling for chemical substances
Trade blocEuropean Union
CurrencyEUR

Supplying L-Menthol Melted 99% to France

We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Le Havre, Marseille or Fos. Indicative port-to-port transit is 20–30 days, depending on routing and transhipment.

In 2025, India exported 446 tonnes of menthol (HS 2906 11) to France, up 33% on 2022, according to UN Comtrade.

Buyers in France often search for this product as cristaux de menthol.

L-Menthol Melted 99% is used in tobacco flavouring, balms and ointments and flavour compounding. Imports into France usually involve European Chemicals Agency (ECHA); we provide the specifications, COAs and certificates your file needs.

Documents for France

  • 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
  • Kosher certificate
  • REACH compliance statement for L-menthol
India → France, menthol2022202320242025
Net weight334 tonnes320 tonnes328 tonnes446 tonnes

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

FAQ

L-Menthol Melted 99% in France

Can N S Mint supply L-Menthol Melted 99% to France?

Yes. We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Le Havre, Marseille or Fos. Indicative port-to-port transit is 20–30 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 Melted 99% to France?

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, Kosher certificate and REACH compliance statement for L-menthol.

How is L-Menthol Melted 99% priced for delivery to Paris?

We quote FOB India or CIF Le Havre, 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 Melted 99% imports in France?

Most buyers deal with European Chemicals Agency (ECHA), European Food Safety Authority / Regulation (EC) 1334/2008 and European Pharmacopoeia (EDQM). We supply the specifications, COAs and certificates your registration needs; please confirm current requirements with your regulatory team.

How do I use melted menthol?

Warm the drum gently above 45 °C and decant the liquid, or break and weigh the block. It suits continuous liquid dosing.

Full specification: L-Menthol Melted 99%. Market overview: France.

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