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Mentha oil futures prices today rose by 0.20% to Rs 877.30 per kg as traders created fresh positions, driven by pick up in demand from consuming industries in spot markets.
At the Multi Commodity Exchange, mentha oil for delivery in December gained Rs 1.80, or 0.20%, to Rs 877.30 per kg, with a trading volume of 155 lots.
Similarly, the oil for delivery in November edged up by Rs 1.20, or 0.13%, to Rs 864.90 per kg, with a business turnover of 71 lots.
Marketmen said a firming trend at the spot markets amid restricted supplies from Chandausi in Uttar Pradesh mainly influenced mentha oil prices at futures trade here.
