Essential Oils Market size is estimated to reach USD 1,961.3 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 9.34% for the forecast period 2022-2030, and it was calculated at USD 1,011.1 million in 2022.
Expanding applications in aromatherapy, growing demand for fragrances and flavors in food & beverages and personal care products, and increasing consumer choice for natural products have been pushing the global Mint Essential Oils Market. Raised attention toward preventative healthcare, growing demand for aromatherapy, and enhancing the standard of living with an increased income also caused the development of essential oils. The Global Mint Essential Oils Market report delivers a holistic market evaluation.
What is Mint Essential Oil?
The essential oils, also termed volatile oils, are acquired from the roots, flowers, stems, leaves, and different plant parts. Mint essential oil is extracted from the stems and flowers of the mint herb using a steam distillation method. They are widely utilized in food & beverages, spa & relaxation, medical and cleaning & home applications. They circumvent the digestive system quickly and thus benefit people with poor digestion/assimilation. Moreover, it contains high oxygenation and is suitable for infants since they cannot swallow tablets and capsules.
Growth Drivers
Rising preference towards natural and organic formulations
Products with chemicals and other unnatural ingredients used in the cosmetics enterprise often develop troubles like leaving skin dry, red, and sore. Hence, the companies are targeting the help of natural choices for most skin products. Natural products are more inclined to the skin and work more effectively without skin reactions. Enterprises are replacing synthetic chemicals with natural components, partly because of customer demand and tolerable raw materials. Mint oils have discovered different modern applications in large fields. For example, peppermint oil treats various conditions, including irritable bowel syndrome, nausea, other digestive issues, and the common cold and headaches, and it is a topical application for peace from headaches, muscle aches, and itching.
Opportunities
New product launches to succeed in the market
The development of several discount stores, convenience stores, home centers, and accessories shops, among other retail areas, has developed product demand over the topographies. Many wholesalers and merchants are propelling their online retail locales in addition to their current over-the-counter utilization. Web-based online usage is relied upon to observe rewarding development during the forecasted period. Vital development of end-use ventures, such as fragrant healing, individual consideration, beauty care products, pharmaceuticals, and food & refreshment, is relied upon to move the item request in the upcoming years. Innovative improvements in oil extraction methods are predicted to fuel innovation and influence development.
Restraints
The high expense of the products
The increased cost of the products affects the mint essential oil market. The high cost of essential oils is due to their positively concentrated plant components. For example, peppermint oil derives from the peppermint plant, a hybrid of spearmint and water mint. It is an essential oil that contains over 40 combinations, including menthol, which gives peppermint its refreshing markers. Hence, these natural products are much more costly than chemical-based products. Also, different incidences of replication or low-quality products are accountable for hindering market growth.
Pre-COVID-19 Impact on Global Mint Essential Oil Market
Before the COVID-19 outbreak, the advancing awareness among consumers regarding health issues was generated due to the consumption of goods with chemicals and artificial flavors, encouraging them to use various natural products. Mint essential oils are natural and are applied to impart aroma and flavor to several products. The move to natural and organic formulations trend is anticipated to grow globally in the forecast period. The demand for food & beverage products with natural ingredients has grown in numerous applications such as bakery, confectionery, ready-to-eat meals, beverages, poultry, meat, seafood, snacks, and nutritional bars.
COVID-19 Impact on the Global Mint Essential Oil Market
During COVID-19, stakeholders across the mint essential oil industry have seen a significant impact as all the production work, factories, and other activities were due to the pandemic. Consequently, production was delayed by halts and supply chain trouble globally. The mint essential oil has primary applications in the cosmetic food & beverages industry. With the outbreak of COVID-19, several beauty product platforms have been shut down, and new openings can be delayed for at least a year. Consumers expend less on beauty products than expected, negatively influencing the cosmetic packaging industry. Global beauty industry earnings fell 20 to 30% in 2020.
Post-COVID-19 Impact on Global Mint Essential Oil Market
After COVID-19, the governments still charged different restrictions, such as working with half the workforce and more irregular operating hours, delaying the production cycle of the market. The market has been badly hindered by the shortage of raw materials and fewer demands from the industries. As a result, the losses are combined with less demand from associated enterprises. However, the market is anticipated to regain after the pandemic, with sectors seeking increased production rates to regain the incorporated losses.
By Product Segment Analysis
Based on product segment analysis, the market is classified into Cornmint Oil, Peppermint Oil, Spearmint Oil, and Dementholized Peppermint Oil. Cornmint oil was the most important and lucratively developing product segment in 2018. Other names, such as Japanese or field mint, are also known as essential oils. Approximated to another essential oil, menthol removed from corn mint is extremely high. Also, the price of corn mint oil is lower than peppermint. Cornmint oil delivers a menthol-like and minty aroma, comparatively better than peppermint.
By Application Segmental Analysis
Based on application segment the market is classified into Medical (Pharmaceutical and Nutraceuticals), Food & Beverages (Bakery, Confectionery, Dairy, RTE meals, Beverages, Meat, Poultry & Seafood and Snack & Nutritional Bars), Spa & Relaxation (Aromatherapy, Massage Oil, Personal Care), Cleaning & Home (Kitchen Cleaners, Floor Cleaners, Bathroom Cleaner, Fabric Cleaner), Cosmetics and others. The demand for spa & Relaxation essential mint oil is anticipated to expand at the fastest CAGR from 2022 to 2030. Spa & Relaxation is anticipated to maintain the largest mint essential oil market in the forecast period. These oils are used in baby products, soaps, shampoos and oral health care products. The rising attention further drives their care applications to natural and organic products. Besides personal care and cosmetics, essential mint oil is mainly utilized for natural plant extract-based therapeutic therapies in aromatherapy.
By Region Segmental Analysis
Based on regional segment, the market is classified into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America and The Middle East & Africa. Asia-Pacific region maintains the largest market allocation for the mint essential oil market globally and is expected to continue its prominence in the forecast period. The region has been following an upsurge in demand for high-quality food & beverage products, which are the essential factors that have increased the demand for essential oils. In India, China, and Japan, significant growth is noticed with growing purchasing power and the market for protein-rich meat diets. Moreover, purchasers prefer products with an authentic nutritional range, health advantages and exotic flavors.
Competitors Analysis
The companies include AOS Products Pvt. Ltd., Flavex Naturextrake GmbH, Foodchem International Corporation, Hindustan Mint & Agro Products, India Essential Oils, Reynaud & Fils (HRF), Rocky Mountain Essential Oil Co., Sydney Essential Oil Co., Moksha Lifestyle Products, The Lebermuth Company Inc., Vinayak Ingredients Pvt. and other prominent players in the global mint essential oil market.
Key Stakeholders
- Market research and consulting firms
- Mint Essential Oil Market Associates
- Local Governments
- Regulatory bodies
- Mint Essential Market
- Suppliers
- Retailers
- Service Providers
Recent Developments
- In June 2023, ACTIZEET, a notable natural health & wellness brand, unveiled its new variety of revolutionary Pure Essential Oils in India. This new line shows a diverse selection of alternatives to meet customers’ varied demands and preferences.
- In May 2020, Firmenich completed the purchase of Les Derives Résiniques et Terpeniques, a world leader in the expansion and supply of high-quality, renewable, and naturally emanated components. This investment would help Firmenich become a key player in renewable components for perfumery and beyond.
- In February 2021, Givaudan attained Myrissi. The investment of Myrissi would allow Givaudan’s long-term Fragrance & Beauty strategy. Their expertise in AI would support Givaudan in suggesting new organoleptic techniques to clients.
Scope of the Report
Report Attribute |
Details |
Market Size Value in 2021 |
USD 8.58 Billion |
The revenue forecast in 2028 |
USD 18.95 Billion |
Growth Rate |
CAGR of 9.34 % from 2022 to 2028. |
Historical data |
2018 – 2021 |
Forecast period |
2022 – 2028 |
Region covered |
North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa |
Key companies Profiled |
The Companies include AOS Products Pvt. Ltd., Flavex Naturextrake GmbH,
Foodchem International Corporation, Hindustan Mint & Agro Products, India
Essential Oils, Reynaud & Fils (HRF), Rocky Mountain Essential Oil Co., Sydney
Essential Oil Co., Moksha Lifestyle Products, The Lebermuth Company Inc.
and Vinayak Ingredients Pvt. are the key players. |
Market Modelling
By Product
- Cornmint Oil
- Peppermint Oil
- Spearmint Oil
- Dementholized Peppermint Oil
By Application
- Medical
- Pharmaceutical
- Nutraceuticals
Food and Beverages
- Bakery
- Confectionery
- Dairy
- RTE meals
- Beverages
- Meat, Poultry & Seafood
- Snack & Nutritional Bars
- Spa & Relaxation
- Aromatherapy
- Massage Oil
- Personal Care
- Cleaning & Home
- Kitchen Cleaners
- Floor Cleaners
- Bathroom Cleaner
- Fabric Cleaner
- Cosmetics
- Others
By Region
- North America
- Europe
- Asia-Pacific
- South America
- The Middle East & Africa
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