Mint Essential Oils · South Africa

De-mentholised Oil (DMO) for South Africa

N S Mint manufactures De-mentholised Oil (DMO) at its own GMP plant in Sambhal, India, and supplies buyers in South Africa 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 portsDurban · Cape TownFrom Nhava Sheva / Mundra
Sea transit18–24 daysIndicative, port to port
Key regulatorSAHPRAMedicines and APIs
Trade blocSADC
CurrencyZAR

Supplying De-mentholised Oil (DMO) to South Africa

We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Durban, Cape Town or Port Elizabeth. Indicative port-to-port transit is 18–24 days, depending on routing and transhipment.

In 2025, India exported 9.4 tonnes of mint oils (HS 3301 25) to South Africa, down 13% 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 South Africa usually involve SAHPRA; we provide the specifications, COAs and certificates your file needs.

Documents for South Africa

  • 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 → South Africa, mint oils2022202320242025
Net weight10.9 tonnes9.4 tonnes21.0 tonnes9.4 tonnes

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

FAQ

De-mentholised Oil (DMO) in South Africa

Can N S Mint supply De-mentholised Oil (DMO) to South Africa?

Yes. We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Durban, Cape Town or Port Elizabeth. Indicative port-to-port transit is 18–24 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 South Africa?

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 De-mentholised Oil (DMO) priced for delivery to Johannesburg?

We quote FOB India or CIF Durban, 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 South Africa?

Most buyers deal with SAHPRA and Department of Health – Foodstuffs Act. 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: South Africa.

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