WS-3 Cooling Agent

WS-3 Cooling Agent (Koolada) 10% WS-3 is a high-purity cooling agent that delivers a clean, refreshing cooling sensation without the flavour, aroma, or bitterness associated with menthol. Widely used across food, beverage and confectionery applications, WS-3 provides a smooth and long-lasting cooling effect primarily perceived in the mouth, palate, and throat. Unlike menthol, WS-3 does not impart a minty taste, allowing formulators to enhance freshness while maintaining the integrity of the intended flavour profile. Its moderate cooling intensity and excellent stability make it one of the most versatile and widely used cooling agents in the flavour and fragrance industry. Key Features: Clean cooling sensation with no mint flavour or odour Long-lasting cooling effect Excellent flavour compatibility High thermal and pH stability Suitable for food, beverage, confectionery and oral care Effective at low inclusion levels 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