Frankincense Oil

Product Name: Frankincense Essential Oil (Olibanum / Indian Salai Guggal / Boswellia Gum Resin Oil)

Botanical Name: Boswellia serrata (Indian Frankincense) / Boswellia carterii (syn. Boswellia sacra, Somalian/Omani Olibanum)

Plant Family: Burseraceae

CAS Number: 8016-36-2 / 89957-98-2 (B. carterii) / 97952-72-2 (B. serrata)

EINECS / EC Number: 289-620-2 / 308-366-6

Plant Part Used: Wild-Harvested Oleogum Resin Tears

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation / Hydro-Distillation

Origin: India (Madhya Pradesh / Rajasthan / Gujarat — Boswellia serrata) & Somalia / Oman (Boswellia carterii / Processed & Supplied from Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India)

Manufacturer / Supplier: Meena Perfumery, Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, India

Product Overview

Frankincense Essential Oil—revered across antiquity as Olibanum and celebrated in Indian Ayurveda as Salai Guggal (Boswellia serrata) alongside classic Boswellia carterii—is a sacred, deeply tranquil, resinous-citrus essential oil steam-distilled from hand-sorted oleogum resin tears. Naturally rich in alpha-pinene, alpha-thujene, d-limonene, and signature incensole esters/alcohols, it bridges luminous top notes with grounding base fixation—delivering a crisp, lemon-pine and peppery-terpenic opening that unfolds into a warm, meditative, sweet-balsamic and woody-incense heart and dry-down. Indispensable in haute perfumery, traditional Indian attars, anti-aging skincare, and spiritual aromatherapy, it imparts serene depth and timeless elegance.

Organoleptic Properties

Physical & Chemical Specifications

Key Natural Constituents

(Varies naturally by Boswellia species—Indian B. serrata vs. Somalian B. carterii—resin tear grade, and distillation parameters)

• Monoterpene Hydrocarbons (Crisp Citrus-Pine & Peppery Top Notes): Alpha-thujene (45%–70% in B. serrata), Alpha-pinene (30%–55% in B. carterii; 5%–15% in B. serrata), D-Limonene (5%–18%), Sabinene, Beta-myrcene, Para-cymene, Beta-pinene

• Sesquiterpenes & Diterpenoids (Signature Warm Incense & Fixative Core): Beta-caryophyllene, Alpha-humulene, Germacrene D, Incensole, Incensole acetate, Serratol, Viridiflorol

• Oxygenated Monoterpenes & Esters: Octyl acetate, Bornyl acetate, Terpinen-4-ol, Linalool

Applications & Blending

• Fine Perfumery & Traditional Indian Attars: Serves as a noble resinous bridge and fixative in oriental, woody-incense, chypre, fougère, amber, leather, cologne, and traditional Indian attar compositions (including Shamama, Hina, Oud-Bakhoor, Loban, and Majmua blends).

• Prestige Anti-Aging Skincare & Men’s Grooming: Incorporated (within IFRA guidelines) into rejuvenating facial serums, mature-skin creams, scar-smoothing balms, post-shave lotions, beard oils, and luxury artisanal soaps.

• Aromatherapy, Meditation & Spiritual Wellness: Widely utilized in sacred meditation blends, breath-deepening chest rubs (diluted in a carrier oil), stress-relief roll-ons, and temple/spa diffuser formulations.

• Blends Well With: Myrrh, Benzoin, Labdanum, Elemi, Sandalwood Oil, Oud (Agarwood), Cedarwood, Vetiver (Khus), Patchouli, Bergamot, Sweet Orange, Mandarin, Lemon, Neroli, Lavender, Clary Sage, Rose Otto, Jasmine Sambac, Geranium, Cardamom, Black Pepper, and Cinnamon Bark.

Packaging, Storage & Compliance

• Quality Grade: 100% Pure & Natural, Hand-Sorted Gum Resin Tear Grade, Cosmetic, Fine Fragrance & Aromatherapy Grade, Cruelty-Free, Vegan.

• Compliance: Conforms to IFRA Standards (Certificate of Analysis, GC-MS Report, SDS, and IFRA documentation available upon request).

• Storage: Store in tightly sealed amber glass, stainless steel, or aluminum containers in a cool, dry, dark place away from air, heat, and direct sunlight (to prevent monoterpene oxidation).

• Shelf Life: 24 to 36 months under recommended storage conditions.

• Available Pack Sizes:  100 mL, 500 mL, 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg, and bulk export drums.