Pharma
Japanese Mint Oil
Mentha arvensis Oil · 80% World Menthol Supply
जापानी पुदीना तेल · Mentha arvensis
- Origin:
- Uttar Pradesh (Lucknow) — India supplies 80%+ world's menthol
- Flavour:
- Intensely cooling, clean menthol with crisp freshness
80%+ World Menthol SupplyPharmaceutical GradeMenthol CrystalsUSDA Organic
About Japanese Mint Oil
Japan mint oil (Mentha arvensis) from India's UP region is the world's primary source of natural menthol. India produces over 80% of global natural menthol used in toothpaste, mouthwash, throat lozenges, analgesic balms, cigarettes and confectionery. Menthol crystals are separated from the oil by fractional distillation and freezing. The global menthol market exceeds $800 million annually.
Health Benefits
- Menthol activates cold-sensitive TRPM8 receptors — natural cooling effect
- Proven effective for tension headaches when applied topically to temples
- Decongestant — relieves nasal congestion effectively and quickly
- Analgesic properties for muscle and joint pain as counterirritant
Culinary & Industrial Uses
- Toothpaste, mouthwash and oral care — the dominant global application
- Throat lozenges, cough drops and cold medicines worldwide
- Topical analgesic balms — Vicks VapoRub, Tiger Balm, Amrutanjan
- Menthol cigarettes — significant global market application
Processing & Grades
Steam distillation within hours of harvest. Menthol content 70–80%. Menthol crystals separated by fractional distillation and controlled crystallisation. Available: dementholised oil, menthol crystals (99%+ purity), natural menthol chips. USP and Ph.Eur. specifications.
