Mint Essential Oils · South Korea

De-mentholised Oil (DMO) for South Korea

Buyers in South Korea source De-mentholised Oil (DMO) straight from our plant in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, where we distil, refine and test it ourselves. 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 portsBusan · Gwangyang HangFrom Nhava Sheva / Mundra
Sea transit16–24 daysIndicative, port to port
Key regulatorMinistry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS)Imported food registration and Korean Pharmacopoeia
Trade agreementIndia–Korea CEPAPreferential origin may apply
CurrencyKRW

Supplying De-mentholised Oil (DMO) to South Korea

We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Busan or Gwangyang Hang. Indicative port-to-port transit is 16–24 days, depending on routing and transhipment.

In 2025, India exported 15.5 tonnes of mint oils (HS 3301 25) to South Korea, up 360% on 2022, according to UN Comtrade.

Buyers in South Korea often search for this product as 박하유.

De-mentholised Oil (DMO) is used in toothpaste and mouthwash flavours, chewing gum, peppermint-type flavour reconstitution and household fragrance. Imports into South Korea usually involve Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS); we provide the specifications, COAs and certificates your file needs.

Documents for South Korea

  • 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 India–Korea CEPA where it applies
India → South Korea, mint oils2022202320242025
Net weight3.4 tonnes6.6 tonnes5.5 tonnes15.5 tonnes

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

FAQ

De-mentholised Oil (DMO) in South Korea

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

Yes. We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Busan or Gwangyang Hang. Indicative port-to-port transit is 16–24 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 Korea?

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 India–Korea CEPA where it applies.

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

We quote FOB India or CIF Busan, 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 Korea?

Most buyers deal with Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS). 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 Korea.

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