De-mentholised Oil (DMO) for the Maldives
N S Mint manufactures De-mentholised Oil (DMO) at its own GMP plant in Sambhal, India, and supplies buyers in the Maldives directly, with no trading intermediary. Mentha arvensis oil from which part of the menthol has been frozen out. A cost-effective mint flavour base, supplied terpeneless or with terpenes.
- CAS
- 68917-18-0
- FEMA
- 4219
- HS code
- 3301 25 90
- Grades
- DMO with terpenes · DMO terpeneless · Crude/Rectified
- Total menthol (GC)
- 30 – 45 % (typical)
- Menthone (GC)
- 20 – 35 % (typical)
- Specific gravity at 25 °C
- 0.888 – 0.908
- Packing
- 180 kg GI drums; 25 kg aluminium cans
Supplying De-mentholised Oil (DMO) to the Maldives
We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Male. Indicative port-to-port transit is 4–8 days, depending on routing and transhipment.
In 2023, India exported 189 kg of mint oils (HS 3301 25) to the Maldives, up 250% on 2022, according to UN Comtrade.
De-mentholised Oil (DMO) is used in toothpaste and mouthwash flavours, chewing gum, peppermint-type flavour reconstitution and household fragrance.
Documents for the Maldives
- 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, including the preferential form for the South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA) where it applies
- Halal certificate
| India → the Maldives, mint oils | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Net weight | 54 kg | 189 kg |
Source: UN Comtrade, India exports by partner, HS 330125. All Indian exporters combined.
De-mentholised Oil (DMO) by region in the Maldives
De-mentholised Oil (DMO) in the Maldives
Can N S Mint supply De-mentholised Oil (DMO) to the Maldives?
Yes. We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Male. Indicative port-to-port transit is 4–8 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 De-mentholised Oil (DMO) to the Maldives?
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, including the preferential form for the South Asian Free Trade Area (SAFTA) where it applies and Halal certificate.
How is De-mentholised Oil (DMO) priced for delivery to Male?
We quote FOB India or CIF Male, 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.
Is your De-mentholised Oil (DMO) Halal certified?
Yes. Our plant holds Halal and Kosher certification, and the certificate can accompany every shipment to the Maldives.
What does terpeneless DMO mean?
The light terpene fraction has been removed by distillation, which improves solubility and stability and gives a cleaner mint note.
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Full specification: De-mentholised Oil (DMO). Market overview: the Maldives.