HS Code:
7-Hydroxycitronellal (7-Hydroxy-3,7-dimethyloctanal, CAS No. 107-75-5) is an aldehyde compound classified under HS Code 2912.49.55. It is widely used in the fragrance and flavor industry due to its floral, lily-of-the-valley scent. This chemical is primarily utilized in perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products as a key ingredient for creating fresh and green notes. It is derived from citronellal, a natural component of citronella oil, through chemical synthesis or modification. The global trade of this product is influenced by demand in the cosmetics and fragrance sectors, raw material availability, and regulatory constraints related to chemical safety and environmental impact.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $50 million USD
Data from 2022
Source
Estimated based on data from UN Comtrade and industry reports
$15 million USD
30% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$10 million USD
20% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$8 million USD
16% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$5 million USD
10% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$3 million USD
6% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
10% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements such as EU-US trade pacts or within ASEAN)
Growing demand for natural and sustainable fragrance ingredients
Increased interest in bio-based 7-Hydroxycitronellal alternatives, pushing manufacturers to innovate in green chemistry
2021-2023
Rising cosmetics industry in Asia-Pacific
Higher demand for fragrance chemicals like 7-Hydroxycitronellal in countries like China and India, boosting trade volumes
2020-2022
Regulatory tightening in the EU
Stricter guidelines under REACH for allergen content in fragrances, potentially reducing usage in certain formulations
2022-2023
The European Union has updated its regulations on fragrance allergens, listing 7-Hydroxycitronellal as a substance requiring specific labeling if used above certain thresholds in cosmetics.
March 2023
Potential reduction in usage in EU markets or reformulation of products to comply with new rules
A leading fragrance manufacturer in Switzerland patented a bio-based synthesis method for 7-Hydroxycitronellal, reducing dependency on petrochemical derivatives.
July 2022
Likely to increase sustainable production and appeal to eco-conscious brands, potentially raising trade volumes
A new trade agreement reduced tariffs on chemical intermediates, including fragrance compounds like 7-Hydroxycitronellal, between the US and EU.
January 2023
Expected to boost trade volumes by reducing costs for exporters and importers in these regions