Natural L-Menthol · New Zealand

L-Menthol Distilled 99% for New Zealand

We make L-Menthol Distilled 99% from Indian mint in our Sambhal plant and export it to New Zealand 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 portsAuckland · TaurangaFrom Nhava Sheva / Mundra
Sea transit24–32 daysIndicative, port to port
Key regulatorMinistry for Primary Industries (MPI)Food import clearance
CurrencyNZD

Supplying L-Menthol Distilled 99% to New Zealand

We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Auckland, Tauranga or Port Lyttelton. Indicative port-to-port transit is 24–32 days, depending on routing and transhipment.

In 2025, India exported 8.4 tonnes of menthol (HS 2906 11) to New Zealand, up 3644% on 2022, according to UN Comtrade.

L-Menthol Distilled 99% is used in oral care and confectionery flavours, topical pharmaceuticals and fragrance compounding. Imports into New Zealand usually involve Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI); we provide the specifications, COAs and certificates your file needs.

Documents for New Zealand

  • 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
India → New Zealand, menthol2022202320242025
Net weight224 kg1.3 tonnes2.0 tonnes8.4 tonnes

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

FAQ

L-Menthol Distilled 99% in New Zealand

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

Yes. We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Auckland, Tauranga or Port Lyttelton. Indicative port-to-port transit is 24–32 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 New Zealand?

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

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

We quote FOB India or CIF Auckland, 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 New Zealand?

Most buyers deal with Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and Medsafe. We supply the specifications, COAs and certificates your registration needs; please confirm current requirements with your regulatory team.

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: New Zealand.

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