Oral Care
Toothpaste and mouthwash for smooth cooling with less bitterness than menthol at comparable refresh.
Cooling Agent WS-3 Powder
- Product Name
- Cooling Agent WS-3 Powder
- Source
- Synthetic (N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide)
- Purity / Specification
- ≥99%
- Appearance
- White crystal powder
- Solubility
- Soluble in ethanol and organic solvents; slightly soluble in water (7 g/L at 20 °C per sheet)
- Application
- Cosmetics, food, beverage, medicine, tobacco and vape products
- Grade
- Food grade
- MOQ
- 1 kg
Product Description
Cooling Agent WS-3 (N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide) is a synthetic coolant supplied as white crystal powder at ≥99%, CAS 39711-79-0 on the supplier sheet.
WS-3 targets TRPM8 receptors with a subtle menthol character and cooling felt toward the back of the mouth and throat—stronger than menthol on supplier potency claims but not the same as WS-23’s low-odor profile. Do not swap WS-3 for WS-23 or WS-5 on the same ppm line without retesting.
Supplier literature positions WS-3 for gum, candy, oral care and beverages where duration matters; solubility in ethanol/glycol phases should match your process water.
Verify certificates on the batch COA for your destination market.
Specification
| Product Name | Cooling Agent WS-3 Powder | Source | Synthetic (N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Name | N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide | Purity / Specification | ≥99% |
| Appearance | White crystal powder | Odor | Mild cooling, slight menthol odor (almost odorless) |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol and organic solvents; slightly soluble in water (7 g/L at 20 °C per sheet) | Application | Cosmetics, food, beverage, medicine, tobacco and vape products |
| Grade | Food grade | MOQ | 1 kg |
| CAS No. | 39711-79-0 | Cooling Profile | Back-of-mouth / throat cooling; slower build vs WS-23 on supplier comparisons |
| Certificate | ISO 22000, FDA, BRC, COSMOS, IFS, SGS, Kosher, Halal, Organic (EU), USDA, HACCP, ISO 9001 | Quality | Non-GMO, Non-irradiation, Allergen Free, BSE/TSE Free |
| Sample | 10–50 g sample available | OEM Service | Private label and customized packaging |
| Packaging | 1–5 kg / 25 kg (aluminum foil bag, carton or drum) | Shelf Life | 2 years |
| COA | Available |
Applications
Foods
Chewing gum, mints, beverages and frozen desserts—pre-dissolve in alcohol/glycol before water-heavy bases.
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Lip balms, creams and lotions for topical cooling; quote food/cosmetic grade on the PO.
E-Liquids
Vape liquids and tobacco-adjacent formats—fix WS-3 assay separately from menthol flavor.
Medicines
Cough syrups, lozenges and topical gels where back-of-throat cooling is desired.
Comparison of Cooling Agents
Marketing comparisons rank intensity WS-5 > WS-12 > WS-3 > WS-23 with different onset and aroma. WS-3 is often chosen for throat/back-mouth cooling in gum and oral care.
Quote the exact WS number and CAS on purchase orders.
FAQ
WS-3 vs WS-23 on the same formula?
Supplier FAQ cites WS-23 as more potent and faster with cleaner flavor; WS-3 lasts longer in some comparisons—run sensory and stability on your SKU.
Can WS-3 replace menthol completely?
Not when peppermint flavor is part of the product character; for flavor-free cooling, partial or full replacement may work—validate legally for your category.
Sample and MOQ?
10–50 g samples and 1 kg MOQ on trade sheets—match COA purity before bulk.
