Emergence of India as a Global Leader in Natural Aroma Chemical Production

India’s aroma chemicals industry has witnessed tremendous growth over the past few decades. From producing aroma chemicals mainly for domestic use, India has now emerged as a leading exporter of natural aroma chemicals to global markets. Several factors have contributed to this transformation of India into a key player in the global aroma industry.

Abundant availability of natural raw materials

India has a diverse geographical landscape and climate which allows cultivation of a wide variety of flowers, plants, herbs and spices that are rich sources of aroma components. The country produces around 60% of the world’s spices by volume. Key raw materials for aroma chemicals like jasmine, sandalwood, rose, lemongrass, citronella and patchouli grow abundantly across different regions of India. This organic supply of raw materials at lower prices compared to synthetic sources provides a major competitive advantage to Indian aroma chemical manufacturers.

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