WS-12 Cooling Agent 10%WS-12 is a premium cooling agent that provides an intense, fast-acting, and exceptionally long-lasting cooling sensation without the mint flavour, aroma, or taste associated with menthol. Known for its immediate cooling impact and extended duration, WS-12 delivers a refreshing sensation primarily on the front of the tongue and throughout the mouth, creating a clean and vibrant freshness experience. Unlike traditional cooling ingredients, WS-12 offers a high level of cooling efficiency while maintaining flavour clarity, making it ideal for applications where a strong and sustained cooling effect is desired without altering the product's intended taste profile. Its unique sensory characteristics make it particularly valuable in premium confectionery, oral care products and beverages. Key Features: Intense and fast-acting cooling sensation Exceptionally long-lasting freshness No mint flavour, odour, or aftertaste High cooling efficiency at low dosage levels Preserves flavour integrity Excellent thermal and formulation stability Suitable for food, beverage and oral care. The WS-series cooling agents are coolants originally developed to provide a cooling sensation without the strong mint flavour and aroma of menthol. The main differences between WS-3, WS-5, WS-12, and WS-23 are their cooling intensity, onset speed, duration, and where the cooling is perceived in the mouth/throat. Property WS-3 WS-5 WS-12 WS-23 Cooling Strength Moderate Very Strong Very Strong Moderate-Strong Onset Medium-fast Fast Very Fast Fastest Duration Long Long Longest Short-Medium Cooling Location Back of mouth & throat Roof of mouth & throat Front of tongue Front of tongue & mouth Flavor Impact Neutral Neutral Neutral Neutral Typical Character Clean cooling Powerful icy blast Sharp, intense freshness Smooth, refreshing chill Quick Selection Guide Desired Effect Recommended Cooling Agent Mild-to-medium long-lasting cooling WS-3 Maximum cooling power WS-5 Strongest freshness with longest duration WS-12 Smooth icy sensation with fast onset WS-23 Relative Cooling Profile Intensity (approximate):WS-5 > WS-12 > WS-3 > WS-23 Duration:WS-12 > WS-5 ≈ WS-3 > WS-23 Front-of-mouth cooling:WS-23 ≈ WS-12 > WS-5 > WS-3 Throat cooling:WS-5 > WS-3 > WS-12 > WS-23
