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Vol. 13 No. sp5 (2026): Recent Advances in Agriculture

A Present status and challenges in the perfume industry: A review

DOI
https://doi.org/10.14719/pst.9113
Submitted
26 April 2025
Published
31-07-2026

Abstract

The perfume industry is undergoing a transition driven by changing consumer preferences, technological advancements and regulatory adjustments. The U.S. remains the largest cosmetics market, while France leads in cosmetic exports. From 2023 to 2030, the industry is projected to grow at a 5.9 % compound annual growth rate (CAGR). About 95 % of global flavour and scent use comes from 110 natural ingredients such as spices, jasmine, sandalwood, menthol mint and tuberose essential oils. In India, the Uttar Pradesh government launched the One District One Product initiative to promote the production of aromatic compounds, to boost the local economy and create job opportunities. However, the COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the industry, with LVMH group reporting a 20 % drop in perfume revenue in 2020 compared to 2019. The sector also faces ongoing challenges, including climate change, limited airport cold storage, labour shortages, unstable sales, insufficient government support and low-quality floral raw materials, affecting both imported and domestic products. Additional concerns include economic fluctuations, marketing competition, brand rivalry and risks from neglecting safety and regulatory standards. The industrys’ growth relies on improving production and marketing systems, increasing the essential quality of flowers, medicinal herbs and other aromatic plants. Ultimately, global fragrance output became more widespread, resulting in greater profitability.

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