INDIA-USA ESSENTIAL OIL BUYER SELLER MEET ON 08-09 OCTOBER 2026

Midtown Manhattan New York 09 October 2026 08 A Curated Trade Delegation of India's Finest Essential Oil Exporters Meeting America's Leading Buyers US Importers Distributors & Brands 90 + Indian Essential Oil Exporters 70 + Days Conference + 1 to 1 Meets 02 Under the Aegis of Organised by www.indiaessential.com

The USD 619 Million Opportunity: India Supplying America's Essential Oils Demand The US Buyer Landscape — What They Need & Why They Need India $619M US imports of Indian Essential Oils Annually 22% Growth in India–US Essential Oil Shipments YoY 2,218 Active US Buyers Sourcing from India 9.6% Global Essential Oils Market CAGR to 2034 Bulk Importers & Distributors Companies like Jedwards International, New Directions Aromatics, and Bulk Apothecary import tonnes of cornmint, eucalyptus, lemongrass, and peppermint oils monthly for redistribution to SME brands & formulators. They need reliable, certified Indian suppliers for consistent annual volume contracts. The typical annual order value per importer relationship: USD 200,000–USD 2 million. Flavour & Fragrance Houses Mid-market F&F companies sourcing natural ingredients for US food and beverage, oral care, and household products. These buyers need traceable, FEMA-GRAS-compliant natural flavour ingredients — spearmint, lemon, orange, clove, cardamom, and ginger oils from India.

everage, oral care, and household products. These buyers need traceable, FEMA-GRAS-compliant natural flavour ingredients — spearmint, lemon, orange, clove, cardamom, and ginger oils from India. Average annual procurement: USD 500,000–USD 5 million. Personal Care & Cosmetics Brands Independent and mid-size brands building 'clean beauty' and 'natural' product lines need COSMOS or ECOCERT certified rosehip, geranium, lavender, patchouli, and rose absolute from Indian suppliers who can provide full traceability and organic certification. Growing segment: USD 50,000–USD 500,000 per supplier relationship. Aromatherapy Brands & Platforms Nutraceutical & Pharmaceutical Companies Food & Beverage Manufacturers The United States is the world's largest importer of essential oils, with imports valued at USD 618.9 million in 2024. India is the US's largest essential oil supplier by shipment volume — with 17,772 shipments to 2,218 buyers annually, a 22% year-on-year growth in the most recent period.

USD 618.9 million in 2024. India is the US's largest essential oil supplier by shipment volume — with 17,772 shipments to 2,218 buyers annually, a 22% year-on-year growth in the most recent period. Yet the commercial relationship between Indian essential oil exporters and their US buyer community is almost entirely transactional — conducted through intermediaries, online catalogues, and inbound enquiries. There has never been a structured, curated, government-backed event that brings India's best essential oil exporters face to face with America's most active buyers — the importers, distributors, flavour and fragrance houses, personal care brands, aromatherapy platforms, and food and beverage manufacturers who together represent the $ 619 million annual demand for Indian-origin essential oils. That is the gap this event fills. India's Essential Oils Export Strengths — The Seller Story India's position as a global essential oil powerhouse rests on unmatched raw material diversity, deep traditional knowledge, competitive production economics, and a rapidly professionalising export community:

World's #1 producer of menthol and corn mint oil — India controls over 70% of

global corn mint supply, the base ingredient for peppermint oil, toothpaste,

confectionery, and pharmaceutical applications across the US

Dominant in lemongrass, citronella, eucalyptus, sandalwood, vetiver,

jasmine, and rose — categories in high and growing US demand

across aromatherapy, personal care, and fragrance

Among global leaders in steam distillation, CO₂ extraction, and solvent

vetiver,

jasmine, and rose — categories in high and growing US demand

across aromatherapy, personal care, and fragrance

Among global leaders in steam distillation, CO₂ extraction, and solvent

extraction — Indian producers increasingly certified to GMP, ISO, COSMOS,

USDA Organic, and IFEAT standards required by discerning US buyers

788 active Indian essential oil exporters making 17,772+ annual US-bound

shipments — a mature, scalable supply base ready for larger, more

direct commercial relationships

MAI-scheme-backed international trade promotion — CHEMEXCIL's

Track record of successful India Pavilions at Chemspec Europe, Coating

Vietnam, and KHIMIA Russia provides the institutional blueprint for this

New York initiative DoTerra, Young Living, Plant Therapy, and hundreds of independent aromatherapy brands source Indian tea tree, eucalyptus, lemongrass, frankincense, and sandalwood. These buyers require single-origin authenticity, GC/MS certification, and sustainability narrative — capabilities many CHEMEXCIL members have but fail to communicate effectively to US buyers without a direct meeting. For companies sourcing black seed oil, turmeric CO₂, holy basil, and ashwagandha root oil as active ingredients in wellness supplements, India is the origin of choice.

s without a direct meeting. For companies sourcing black seed oil, turmeric CO₂, holy basil, and ashwagandha root oil as active ingredients in wellness supplements, India is the origin of choice. These buyers require COA documentation, heavy metal testing, pesticide residue data, and FDA-facility registration for their Indian suppliers — achievable for established Indian exporters. Natural flavour manufacturers and food ingredi- ent companies sourcing masala spice oils (carda- mom, cumin, coriander), citrus oils, and vanilla absolute. India is uniquely positioned as the source market. F&B buyers require FEMA status, FDA-compliant safety data, and HACCP-certified facility records — documentation that structured pre-event preparation can ensure all CHEMEXCIL delegate exporters carry.

PLENARY 1:1 MEET KEYNOTE SOCIAL BREAK 15:00 – 17:00 PREP Seller Orientation Session — The American Buyer: What They Need, How to Meet Them Critical pre-meeting briefing for Indian exporters. Conducted by a US-based essential oils industry consultant. Topics: US buyer expectations on documentation (COA, GC/MS, MSDS, FDA facility registration, USDA Organic cert); how to present your company in 5 minutes; pricing in USD, Incoterms expectations, payment terms; cultural and commercial etiquette in US B2B meetings; how to follow up effectively after the event. 17:00 – 18:00 Product Display Setup — Meeting Rooms and Showcase Area Arranged 18:00 - 19:30 Welcome Dinner — Indian Delegation Private Dinner (by CHEMEXCIL / Infinity Expo) Pre-event dinner for the Indian delegation only.

splay Setup — Meeting Rooms and Showcase Area Arranged 18:00 - 19:30 Welcome Dinner — Indian Delegation Private Dinner (by CHEMEXCIL / Infinity Expo) Pre-event dinner for the Indian delegation only. CHEMEXCIL delegation head delivers a briefing on the event objectives and India–USA trade targets. Opportunity for Indian exporters to network with each other and discuss collaboration possibilities — including joint shipping and co-exhibition strategies. DAY 1 — CONFERENCE & MARKET INTELLIGENCE Theme: Understanding the US Market — Equipping Indian Exporters and US Buyers with the Intelligence to Do Business Together Effectively. 07:30
Registration — Indian Sellers and US Buyers Check-In 08:00 KEYNOTE Welcome by CHEMEXCIL Chairman — India–USA Essential Oils Trade: The Vision and the Opportunity Opening address by CHEMEXCIL Chairman Dr. Satish Wagh. Sets the context: India's USD 1.5 billion essential oils exports, the US as the #1 destination, the bilateral trade potential, & what this event represents — the first structured, government-backed direct bridge between India's exporters & America's buyers. 08:30 PLENARY India Essential Oils — The Producer's Story: Origin, Diversity, Quality, and Sustainability Presented for US buyers. India's essential oil production geography: menthol from Barabanki, sandalwood from Karnataka, lemongrass from Kerala and Odisha, citronella from Assam, jasmine and rose from Tamil Nadu, vetiver from Rajasthan. From farm to distillation to export: how India's supply chain operates.

Karnataka, lemongrass from Kerala and Odisha, citronella from Assam, jasmine and rose from Tamil Nadu, vetiver from Rajasthan. From farm to distillation to export: how India's supply chain operates. Quality certifications: COSMOS, USDA Organic, ISO 22716, IFEAT codes. India's competitive position vs. China, Indonesia, and Brazil for each key oil category. 09:15 PLENARY The US Buyer's Perspective — What American Companies Really Need from Indian Essential Oil Suppliers Presented by a US-based flavour & fragrance industry expert or senior buyer from an attending US company. What documentation is required and why: FDA facility registration for food-grade oils, GC/MS purity testing standards, heavy metal limits, pesticide residue thresholds. Minimum order quantities in the US B2B context. Payment terms, credit, and financial relationship management. What distinguishes a preferred Indian supplier from a transactional one — consistency, communication, and compliance. 10:00 Networking & Refreshments — Showcase Area Opens for Informal Browsing 10:30 PLENARY MARKET BRIEFING: US Market Segments Deep Dive — Aromatherapy, Personal Care, F&F, Food & Beverage,

Pharma/Nutraceutical Five-segment market intelligence session. For each segment: market size, growth rate, key US buyer companies, what Indian oils are most in demand, price benchmarks, certification requirements, and typical order profiles.

telligence session. For each segment: market size, growth rate, key US buyer companies, what Indian oils are most in demand, price benchmarks, certification requirements, and typical order profiles. Indian exporters leave knowing exactly which US buyers in the room are relevant to their specific product category and volume. 11:30 PLENARY REGULATORY MASTERCLASS: Exporting to the USA-FDA, USDA Organic, FEMA GRAS, Customs & Import Compliance Presented by a US-based trade attorney or customs compliance specialist. FDA facility registration requirements for food and pharma-grade essential oils. USDA National Organic Program (NOP) certification: what US buyers require vs. COSMOS/ECOCERT. FEMA GRAS list and its significance for F&F buyers. US Customs requirements: HS codes, country of origin labelling, USDA import permits for plant-based materials. A practical compliance checklist distributed to every Indian exporter. 12:30
Networking Lunch — US Buyers and Indian Sellers Hosted Together at Assigned Tables 14:00 PLENARY SHOWCASE OPEN — Buyers Browse Indian Exporter Tabletop Displays with Seller Accompaniment One-hour open showcase. US buyers visit the tabletop display area where all 25 Indian exporter companies have product samples, specification sheets, and price lists. No formal presentations — relaxed browsing format. Buyers place 'interest tokens' on the tables of sellers they want to meet in formal 1:1 sessions.

t samples, specification sheets, and price lists. No formal presentations — relaxed browsing format. Buyers place 'interest tokens' on the tables of sellers they want to meet in formal 1:1 sessions. Facilitation team logs interest tokens and uses them to optimise the Day 2 meeting schedule for any unconfirmed slots. 15:00 1:1 MEET 1:1 MEET PREVIEW — Confirm and Adjust Day 2 Meeting Schedules Each seller receives their Day 2 pre-scheduled meeting timetable. Opportunity to review, swap, or add meetings based on Day 1 showcase interest tokens. Facilitation team manages schedule adjustments. Any unmet buyer-seller interest from the showcase is added as supplementary meetings to Day 2 afternoon. 15:30
Networking Break — One-on-One Informal Conversations Continue 16:00 PLENARY PANEL: Successful India–USA Essential Oils Partnerships — What Works, What Doesn't Panel of 3 participants: a US importer currently sourcing from India (sharing what makes their Indian supplier relationships work), an Indian exporter who has successfully built a US market relationship (sharing their journey from first contact to long-term supply contract), and an industry association representative (NAHA — National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy or IFEAT member).

ationship (sharing their journey from first contact to long-term supply contract), and an industry association representative (NAHA — National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy or IFEAT member). Candid, practical conversation on the barriers and bridges in India–USA essential oil trade. 17:00
Day 1 Conference Close — Refreshments and Free Networking Time 19:30 SOCIAL India–USA Essential Oils Welcome Dinner (All Delegates — Sellers, Buyers, CHEMEXCIL, Infinity Expo) Hosted dinner at the venue restaurant or a nearby iconic New York dining venue. Hosted by CHEMEXCIL Chairman. Relaxed, social atmosphere designed to build personal relationships before the formal meeting day. Indian music and a brief cultural showcase. Day 2 meeting schedules distributed at dinner. Pre-Event Arrival Day - 8th October 2026 Indian delegation arrives New York. Orientation, preparation, and a private pre-event dinner exclusively for sellers.

08:00 Registration & Pre-Meeting Coffee — Meeting Schedules Confirmed 08:30 PLENARY Day 2 Briefing: Meeting Format, Outcome Cards, and Day Structure (15 Minutes) Quick orientation: 30-minute meeting format (5-min intros, 10-min product/company brief, 10-min Q&A and requirements discussion, 5-min next steps and sample request). Outcome cards: both parties rate each meeting (Hot Lead / Warm / Not a Fit) immediately after.

in product/company brief, 10-min Q&A and requirements discussion, 5-min next steps and sample request). Outcome cards: both parties rate each meeting (Hot Lead / Warm / Not a Fit) immediately after. Facilitation team circulates to arrange ad-hoc meetings. 09:00 1:1 MEETING ROUND - 1

09:35 1:1 MEETING ROUND - 2

All Private Meeting Suites (Pre-Scheduled, 30 Minutes Each)

All Suites Continue 10:10
Refreshment Break 10:30 1:1 MEETING ROUND - 3
11:05 1:1 MEETING ROUND - 4

11:40 1:1 MEETING ROUND - 5

All Private Suites

All Private Suites

All Private Suites 12:15 Working Lunch — (Sellers Rotate to New Tables) 13:30 1:1 MEETING ROUND - 6
14:05 1:1 MEETING ROUND - 7

All Private Suites

(AD-HOC) — Overflow and Follow-Up Meetings 14:45
Refreshment Break — Final Ad-Hoc Networking Window 15:15 1:1 MEET SAMPLE REQUEST & FOLLOW-UP SESSION — Structured Next Steps for Hot Leads 16:15 PLENARY CLOSING PLENARY — What Happened Today: Commitments Board and Trade Potential Summary 17:00 Formal Close — Farewell Networking and Certificate of Participation Day 2 — 1 to 1 Buyer–Seller Meetings - 9th October 2026 The commercial centrepiece. Every Indian exporter has 6 pre-scheduled 30-minute meetings with pre-matched US buyers — plus 2 ad-hoc slots for follow-up.

to 1 Buyer–Seller Meetings - 9th October 2026 The commercial centrepiece. Every Indian exporter has 6 pre-scheduled 30-minute meetings with pre-matched US buyers — plus 2 ad-hoc slots for follow-up. Every US buyer has 6 pre-scheduled meetings with sellers matched to their product category and volume requirements. Direct access to America's highest-value essential oil buyers no middlemen The US is India's largest essential oil export market by volume, but most Indian exporters reach it through brokers, trading houses, and inbound enquiries. This event creates the direct relationship that multiplies margin, enables contract pricing, and builds the exporter's brand in the US market — outcomes that broker relationships structurally prevent. Every US buyer in the room has been pre-screened, pre-qualified, and pre-matched to sellers by product category, volume, and certification requirement. Indian exporters spend their meeting time with buyers who are genuinely interested in their specific products — not explaining what lemongrass oil is to a confectionery buyer who needs only vanilla. Pre-qualified, category-matched meetings — not a trade show floor with random footfall The Day 1 conference sessions — FDA compliance, USDA Organic requirements, FEMA GRAS, price benchmarks, US buyer expectations — are typically available only through expensive US market entry consultants. The event packages this intelligence for every attending exporter as part of the programme. Eligible CHEMEXCIL members can recover up to 75% of event and travel costs through MAI reimbursement.

s. The event packages this intelligence for every attending exporter as part of the programme. Eligible CHEMEXCIL members can recover up to 75% of event and travel costs through MAI reimbursement. For MSME exporters, net participation costs can be as low as INR 80,000–1,20,000, with potential access to USD 200,000+ in new business opportunities. US market intelligence and regulatory briefings included USD 10,000+ value MAI Scheme reimbursement makes participation significantly subsidised Every participating Indian exporter is featured in the India Essential Oils Sourcing Catalogue — professionally designed, printed, and distributed to all attending US buyers and to the broader CHEMEXCIL US network post-event. This catalogue remains in buyers' offices and inboxes long after the event, generating ongoing enquiries. Meeting buyers in person — sharing product samples, explaining the origin story of Kannauj or Karnataka or the Nilgiris, demonstrat- ing GC/MS purity — builds the trust that converts transactional buyers into long-term strategic partners. The relationships formed at this event form the foundation of a US market presence that compounds over years. Build a US market presence and brand story that survives beyond the event Certificate of participation and feature in India Sourcing Catalogue distributed to 50+ US buyers Why Indian Essential Oil Exporters Should Attend

ence and brand story that survives beyond the event Certificate of participation and feature in India Sourcing Catalogue distributed to 50+ US buyers Why Indian Essential Oil Exporters Should Attend

Why US Buyers Should Attend The quality of the meeting programme is the event's most important success factor - and it depends on the pre-event profiling and matching system. The following process is used to ensure every meeting has genuine commercial purpose: The Matchmaking System: How Buyers & Sellers Are Matched Seller Profile Submission (8 Weeks Before) Each Indian exporter submits a product profile covering oils produced, certifications, MOQ, indicative pricing, production capacity, existing US customers (if any), target buyer segments, and minimum contract volume sought. Buyer Registration & Requirement Declaration (6 Weeks Before) US buyers register online and provide company type, product categories required, annual volume needs, certification preferences, budget range, current sourcing regions, and specific product requirements. Algorithm-Assisted Matching (4 Weeks Before) Infinity Expo’s platform matches buyers and sellers based on product fit, certifications, volume compatibility, and strategic interest.

t requirements. Algorithm-Assisted Matching (4 Weeks Before) Infinity Expo’s platform matches buyers and sellers based on product fit, certifications, volume compatibility, and strategic interest. Each seller receives 6–8 recommended matches, with both parties reviewing and approving meeting schedules online within 5 days. Pre-Event Briefing Materials (2 Weeks Before) Each buyer and seller receives a concise profile of their scheduled meetings, covering company details, products, certifications, capacity, and key discussion points—ensuring productive, well-pre- pared conversations. Meeting Day Protocol Each 30-minute meeting includes introductions, seller presentation, buyer requirements discus- sion, & next-step planning. Both parties complete an outcome card, while “Hot Leads” receive facilitation support for samples, documentation, payment terms, and FDA guidance. Post-Event Follow-Up (30–90 Days) A Digital India Sourcing Catalogue is shared with all US buyers within 48 hours. Hot leads receive facilitated introductions and follow-up support, while a 30-day review tracks samples, RFQs, and buyer engagement. Conversion results are monitored and reported at the next annual event. Meet India's best essential oil exporters in one room — no sourcing travel required India is the #1 source country for cornmint, lemongrass, sandalwood, and vetiver — catego- ries every US aromatherapy, personal care, and F&F buyer needs. Sourcing these directly from India requires expensive sourcing trips, extensive supplier vetting, and months of sampling.

— catego- ries every US aromatherapy, personal care, and F&F buyer needs. Sourcing these directly from India requires expensive sourcing trips, extensive supplier vetting, and months of sampling. This event compresses that process into two days in Manhattan. Pre-vetted, certified suppliers — only CHEMEXCIL-member, export-experienced exporters admitted Every Indian exporter attending this event is a verified CHEMEXCIL member with an active export record, existing documentation infrastruc- ture, and at minimum basic quality certification. US buyers are not exposed to undocumented small producers — the minimum standard is set by CHEMEXCIL membership and the event's pre-screening process. Diversify away from spot market pricing & build direct, contract priced supplier relationships US essential oil buyers who currently source through distributors or spot markets pay significant margin premiums and face supply inconsistency. Direct India exporter relationships — built at this event — enable forward contracts, consistent quality specifications, custom blends, and private label volumes at 15–30% lower landed cost than distributor-sourced equivalents. Access India's organic sustainable, and traceable supply the fastest-growing US buyer requirement US buyer demand for USDA Organic, sustainably sourced, and fully traceable essential oils is growing at 15%+ annually. India's CHEMEXCIL exporters increasingly hold COSMOS, USDA Organic, and Fair Trade certifications — and can provide full farm-to-distillery traceability.

sential oils is growing at 15%+ annually. India's CHEMEXCIL exporters increasingly hold COSMOS, USDA Organic, and Fair Trade certifications — and can provide full farm-to-distillery traceability. This event is where US buyers source for the 'clean label' natural movement. Receive the India Essential Oils Sourcing Catalogue — 25 pre screened suppliers with full specs & pricing Every attending US buyer receives the India Essential Oils Sourcing Catalogue — 25 company profiles, each with product range, certifications held, GC/MS certification availability, MOQ, pricing indication in USD, and direct contact information. This catalogue is a sourcing toolkit that delivers value long after the event. Not Just Sourcing, But Long-Term Partnerships Beyond immediate sourcing, the real value lies in building long-term partnerships. By matching premium enterprise brands with pre-vetted international manufacturers, this meet helps you secure direct, contract-priced supply chains.

value lies in building long-term partnerships. By matching premium enterprise brands with pre-vetted international manufacturers, this meet helps you secure direct, contract-priced supply chains. Invest in relationships that safeguard your quality, margins, and future growth. Sukhjinder Singh Infinity Global Conferences For Buyer & Delegate Enquiries (USA) LLC 8 The Green #STE A Dover, DE 19901, Delaware, USA Mob:- +91 98110 38270 | E-mail:- sukhjinder@infinityglobal.ae Unit 001, IFZA Dubai Building A1, Dubai Silicon Oasis DDP, United Arab Emirates Mob:- + 971 56 3255668 | Web:- www.indiaessential.com Sanjukta Taral (Shobha) Basic Chemicals, Cosmetics & Dyes Export Promotion Council For Seller Enquiries (India) (Set-up by Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Govt of India) Jhansi Castle, 4th Floor, 7 Cooperage Road Mumbai – 400 001, India Mob:- +91 7977955409 | E-mail:- shobha@chemexcil.in Web:- www.indiaessential.com