Essential oil extract trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in essential oil extract was worth $1.15 billion in 2024, about 90.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 14% since 2017, and up 6% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.15B | 90.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.09B | 70.4K t |
| 2022 | $1.25B | 85.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.15B | 80.1K t |
| 2020 | $969.7M | 84.2K t |
| 2019 | $970.0M | 81.3K t |
| 2018 | $1.02B | 74.8K t |
| 2017 | $1.01B | 73.6K t |
Top essential oil extract exporting countries
India is the largest exporter with 32% of world exports, followed by China and the United States. The top three supply 52% between them, out of 169 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $372.2M | 32% |
| China | $126.4M | 11% |
| United States | $101.9M | 8.9% |
| Brazil | $88.1M | 7.7% |
| Germany | $49.5M | 4.3% |
| France | $47.7M | 4.2% |
| Spain | $35.1M | 3.1% |
| United Kingdom | $30.8M | 2.7% |
| Madagascar | $28.5M | 2.5% |
| Indonesia | $26.3M | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $17.8M | 1.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $15.8M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (15%), Indonesia (6%) and India (6%). 214 countries imported it, and the top three take 27% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $173.2M | 15% |
| Indonesia | $70.5M | 6.1% |
| India | $64.5M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $62.9M | 5.5% |
| France | $57.2M | 5% |
| Spain | $53.7M | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $51.1M | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $48.1M | 4.2% |
| China | $43.7M | 3.8% |
| South Korea | $31.8M | 2.8% |
| Mexico | $30.8M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $28.5M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $12.69 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, India averaged $22.71 per kg and Brazil $6.00 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Essential oil extract (HS 3301.90) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 3301.90: Oils, essential: concentrates in fats, fixed oils, waxes and the like, terpenic by-products, aqueous distillates and solutions, extracted oleoresins, n.e.c. in heading no. 3301. HS 3301 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most essential oil extract?
India exported $372.2 million in 2024, 32% of the world total, followed by China (11%) and the United States (9%). In all, 169 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most essential oil extract?
The United States imported $173.2 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of Indonesia (6%) and India (6%). The top three importers together take 27%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in essential oil extract?
It was worth $1.15 billion in 2024, about 90.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 14% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.25 billion. 169 countries reported exports and 214 reported imports.
What is the average price of essential oil extract per kg?
The world average declared value was about $12.69 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, India averaged $22.71 per kg and Brazil $6.00 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for essential oil extract?
The HS code for essential oil extract is subheading 3301.90, in chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3301 page.
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