NEW DELHI (Commoditiescontrol) - Spot mentha oil prices remained steady at key markets of Uttar Pradesh on Friday amid limited trading activities due to the rains.
Mentha oil prices in Chandausi, Sambhal and Rampur quoted at Rs 1,375/kg, Rs 1,395/kg and Rs 1,355/kg, respectively.
At the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), mentha oil contract for delivery in January ended higher by Rs 1.20 or 0.10 percent at Rs 1,264 per kg.
As per market sources, prices may remain under pressure ahead due to sluggish buying by the consuming industries and amid expectations of higher acreage this season.