Mint Essential Oils · United States

De-mentholised Oil (DMO) for the United States

N S Mint manufactures De-mentholised Oil (DMO) at its own GMP plant in Sambhal, India, and supplies buyers in the United States 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 portsLos Angeles · Long BeachFrom Nhava Sheva / Mundra
Sea transit25–38 daysIndicative, port to port
Key regulatorU.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)FSVP and Prior Notice for food ingredients; USP monographs for drug use
Trade blocUSMCA
CurrencyUSD

Supplying De-mentholised Oil (DMO) to the United States

We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Los Angeles, Long Beach or New York / New Jersey. Indicative port-to-port transit is 25–38 days, depending on routing and transhipment.

In 2025, India exported 2,158 tonnes of mint oils (HS 3301 25) to the United States, down 27% 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 United States usually involve U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA); we provide the specifications, COAs and certificates your file needs.

Documents for the United States

  • 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
  • Kosher certificate
India → the United States, mint oils2022202320242025
Net weight2,948 tonnes2,552 tonnes2,728 tonnes2,158 tonnes

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

FAQ

De-mentholised Oil (DMO) in the United States

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

Yes. We ship by sea from Nhava Sheva or Mundra to Los Angeles, Long Beach or New York / New Jersey. Indicative port-to-port transit is 25–38 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 United States?

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 Kosher certificate.

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

We quote FOB India or CIF Los Angeles, 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 United States?

Most buyers deal with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and FEMA GRAS / 21 CFR 182. 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 United States.

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