Olibanum (Frankincense)
Aromatic Sudanese frankincense resin for incense, perfumery and essential oil.
Overview
Olibanum, or frankincense, is the fragrant resin of the Boswellia papyrifera tree, which grows on the hills of south-eastern Sudan. Like gum arabic it is tapped by hand and dried on the tree.
Grades we offer
| Grade | Specification |
|---|---|
| Nagawa | Pieces over 10 mm, free of bark |
| Grade 1 | 5–10 mm, free of bark |
| Grade 2 | 2.5–5 mm, free of bark |
| Grade 3 | Under 2.5 mm, free of bark |
| Grade 4 | Mixed sizes with some bark |
Available forms
- Raw tears
Main uses
- Incense and bakhoor
- Perfumery
- Essential oil distillation
- Traditional medicine
Shipping & export
A full container is normally ready to load 10 to 15 days after the contract is confirmed. Transit from Port Sudan takes about 2 to 8 weeks, depending on the destination port.
