Essential oil extract imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported essential oil extract worth $173.2 million (16.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 214 countries. That is 22% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $230.3 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $173.2M | 16.1K t |
| 2023 | $141.9M | 10.1K t |
| 2022 | $230.3M | 17.0K t |
| 2021 | $177.5M | 10.5K t |
| 2020 | $136.7M | 17.1K t |
| 2019 | $165.8M | 15.1K t |
| 2018 | $189.4M | 13.7K t |
| 2017 | $179.8M | 14.9K t |
Where the United States imports essential oil extract from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Sri Lanka grew fastest (+218% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $94.2M | 54% |
| Brazil | $29.6M | 17% |
| Sri Lanka | $5.5M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $5.1M | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $4.3M | 2.5% |
| China | $4.0M | 2.3% |
| Germany | $3.2M | 1.9% |
| Indonesia | $2.9M | 1.7% |
| Ireland | $2.7M | 1.6% |
| Mexico | $2.6M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.79 per kg, close to the world average of $12.69.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Essential oil extract exports from the United States
The United States exported $101.9 million of essential oil extract in 2024 (8.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 169 countries. The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (11%), India (10%), Canada (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 31%. Among the main buyer markets, Indonesia grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $11.2M | 11% |
| India | $10.1M | 9.9% |
| Canada | $9.8M | 9.7% |
| Netherlands | $5.8M | 5.7% |
| Singapore | $5.6M | 5.5% |
| Mexico | $5.4M | 5.3% |
| Germany | $5.4M | 5.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.8M | 4.7% |
| China | $4.7M | 4.6% |
| Indonesia | $4.3M | 4.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States essential oil extract imports (HS 3301.90): 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.
Common questions
What is the value of essential oil extract imported by the United States?
The United States imported essential oil extract worth $173.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 214 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply essential oil extract to the United States?
India was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($94.2 million), followed by Brazil (17%) and Sri Lanka (3%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 79 supplier countries in total. Sri Lanka grew fastest among the top ten, up 218% on the year.
What is the average import price of essential oil extract per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.79 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $12.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of essential oil extract to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $179.8 million in 2017 to $173.2 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2022 at $230.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $174.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export essential oil extract?
Yes. The United States exported $101.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, India and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $71.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for essential oil extract?
The HS code for essential oil extract is subheading 3301.90. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3301 page.
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