Mint Essential Oils · Philippines

De-mentholised Oil (DMO) for the Philippines

N S Mint manufactures De-mentholised Oil (DMO) at its own GMP plant in Sambhal, India, and supplies buyers in the Philippines 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
Main portsManila · CebuFrom Nhava Sheva / Mundra
Sea transit8–16 daysIndicative, port to port
Key regulatorFood and Drug Administration PhilippinesLicense to Operate and product registration
Trade agreementASEAN–India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA)Preferential origin may apply
CurrencyPHP

Supplying De-mentholised Oil (DMO) to the Philippines

We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Manila, Cebu or Davao. Indicative port-to-port transit is 8–16 days, depending on routing and transhipment.

In 2025, India exported 1 kg of mint oils (HS 3301 25) to the Philippines, down 100% 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. Imports into the Philippines usually involve Food and Drug Administration Philippines; we provide the specifications, COAs and certificates your file needs.

Documents for the Philippines

  • 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 ASEAN–India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) where it applies
India → the Philippines, mint oils2022202320242025
Net weight1.9 tonnes637 kg2.0 tonnes1 kg

Source: UN Comtrade, India exports by partner, HS 330125. All Indian exporters combined.

FAQ

De-mentholised Oil (DMO) in the Philippines

Can N S Mint supply De-mentholised Oil (DMO) to the Philippines?

Yes. We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Manila, Cebu or Davao. Indicative port-to-port transit is 8–16 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 Philippines?

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, including the preferential form for the ASEAN–India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) where it applies.

How is De-mentholised Oil (DMO) priced for delivery to Quezon City?

We quote FOB India or CIF Manila, 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 De-mentholised Oil (DMO) imports in the Philippines?

Most buyers deal with Food and Drug Administration Philippines. We supply the specifications, COAs and certificates your registration needs; please confirm current requirements with your regulatory team.

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.

Full specification: De-mentholised Oil (DMO). Market overview: the Philippines.

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