Eastern Africa · East African Community

Natural menthol & mint oils for Uganda

Uganda is landlocked. We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Mombasa, Kenya, about 1,021 km from the main buying centre, then onward by road or rail. Sea transit to the gateway port is typically 12–22 days.

Gateway portMombasa1,021 km inland
Sea transit12–22 daysIndicative, port to port
Key regulatorNational Drug AuthorityPharmaceutical ingredients
Trade blocEast African Community
CurrencyUGX

India's mint trade with Uganda

Indian exports to Uganda reported to UN Comtrade (net weight).

Product (HS)20222023
Menthol (290611)750 kg22 kg
Peppermint oil (330124)6 kg20 kg
Mint oils (330125)0 kg100 kg300 kg

Regulators buyers deal with

  • National Drug Authority: Pharmaceutical ingredients
  • UNBS: Import inspection

Documents with every shipment

  • 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
  • Halal certificate
FAQ

Supplying Uganda

Does N S Mint supply natural menthol and mint oils to Uganda?

Yes. Uganda is landlocked. We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Mombasa, Kenya, about 1,021 km from the main buying centre, then onward by road or rail. Sea transit to the gateway port is typically 12–22 days. We supply every product in our range to buyers in Uganda, from L-menthol crystals to mint oils and natural isolates.

What documents do you provide for Uganda?

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 and Halal certificate.

Which regulators matter for importing mint products into Uganda?

National Drug Authority (pharmaceutical ingredients); UNBS (import inspection). Requirements change, so please confirm with your regulatory adviser; we provide the technical file your registration needs.

How do I get a quote delivered to Uganda?

Send product, grade, quantity and destination port through our quote form or WhatsApp. We quote FOB India or CIF Mombasa, and other Incoterms on request.

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