Natural L-Menthol · Switzerland

L-Menthol Powder / Melted 96% for Switzerland

We make L-Menthol Powder / Melted 96% from Indian mint in our Sambhal plant and export it to Switzerland with full batch documentation. Our highest-volume product: natural L-menthol powder and melted menthol at 96 % menthol, the original N S Mint product line dating back to 1996.

CAS
2216-51-5
FEMA
2665
HS code
2906 11 10
Grades
Technical · Food grade
Menthol content (GC)
≥ 96.0 %
Specific optical rotation
−42° to −50°
Packing
25 kg fibre drums; 180 kg GI drums
Gateway portGenova296 km inland
Sea transit22–30 daysIndicative, port to port
Key regulatorSwissmedic / FSVOMedicines and food ingredients
Trade agreementIndia–EFTA TEPAPreferential origin may apply
CurrencyCHE

Supplying L-Menthol Powder / Melted 96% to Switzerland

Switzerland is landlocked. We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Genova, Italy, about 296 km from the main buying centre, then onward by road or rail. Sea transit to the gateway port is typically 22–30 days.

In 2025, India exported 275 kg of menthol (HS 2906 11) to Switzerland, down 91% on 2022, according to UN Comtrade.

Buyers in Switzerland often search for this product as Mentholkristalle.

L-Menthol Powder / Melted 96% is used in pain balms and rubs, tobacco and pan masala flavouring, cooling blends and cosmetics and feedstock for menthol crystals. Imports into Switzerland usually involve Swissmedic / FSVO; we provide the specifications, COAs and certificates your file needs.

Documents for Switzerland

  • 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–EFTA TEPA where it applies
India → Switzerland, menthol2022202320242025
Net weight3.0 tonnes4.3 tonnes2.1 tonnes275 kg

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

L-Menthol Powder / Melted 96% by canton in Switzerland

FAQ

L-Menthol Powder / Melted 96% in Switzerland

Can N S Mint supply L-Menthol Powder / Melted 96% to Switzerland?

Yes. Switzerland is landlocked. We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Genova, Italy, about 296 km from the main buying centre, then onward by road or rail. Sea transit to the gateway port is typically 22–30 days. Send us the grade, quantity and destination and our export desk will quote.

Which documents come with a shipment of L-Menthol Powder / Melted 96% to Switzerland?

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–EFTA TEPA where it applies.

How is L-Menthol Powder / Melted 96% priced for delivery to Zürich?

We quote FOB India or CIF Genova, 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 Powder / Melted 96% imports in Switzerland?

Most buyers deal with Swissmedic / FSVO. We supply the specifications, COAs and certificates your registration needs; please confirm current requirements with your regulatory team.

What is the difference between menthol powder 96 % and crystals 99 %?

Powder and flakes keep a small share of other mint constituents and are not recrystallised, so they cost less. Crystals are recrystallised to pharmacopoeia purity.

Full specification: L-Menthol Powder / Melted 96%. Market overview: Switzerland.

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