Elemi Essential Oil

Elemi essential oil is a steam-distilled volatile oil extracted from the resin of Canarium luzonicum, a tree native to the Philippines. The oil is collected from fresh gum exudates harvested sustainably by local collectors in Quezon province. This specific batch contains no diluents, carriers, or synthetic additives and is confirmed to be 100% pure by gas chromatography analysis of its primary constituents: dipentene, elemicin, elemol, limonene, phellandrene, and terpineol. The oil appears colorless when fresh but may darken slightly over time due to natural oxidation, a sign of authenticity rather than degradation.

The typical chemical profile of elemi oil includes dipentene at 30 - 45%, elemicin at 15 - 25%, and elemol at 8 - 15%, with limonene and phellandrene each contributing 5 - 10%. These ratios align with standard Philippine-sourced elemi, which is known for higher elemicin content compared to South American varieties. The oil has a viscosity of 5 - 8 cP at 25°C and a refractive index between 1.510 and 1.525, consistent with ISO 9235:2020 guidelines for citrus-derived essential oils. It is stored in amber glass bottles under nitrogen to prevent resinification.

This oil is purchased by aromatherapy manufacturers, natural perfumers, and herbal supplement formulators seeking a resinous, citrus-woody base note with mild antiseptic properties. Buyers typically order in 1L, 5L, or 20L HDPE drums with inner poly liners. Minimum order quantities are negotiable based on packaging and delivery frequency. Export shipments are usually FOB Manila or CIF destination, with certificates of analysis available on request. No synthetic preservatives or solvents are used in processing.

Al Dawah Producers Cooperative is a collective of smallholder resin harvesters and distillers based in Lopez, Quezon, Philippines. The group operates under a community-based model, with members trained in sustainable tapping and low-impact distillation methods. They are verified as a registered agricultural cooperative by the Philippine Department of Agriculture and maintain direct traceability from tree to bottle. Their facility uses solar-assisted steam distillation and does not employ chemical solvents or synthetic additives.

The cooperative does not claim certifications such as USDA Organic or ECOCERT, nor does it publish annual production volumes or client lists. It does not export directly under its own name but partners with regional exporters for bulk shipments. Its trust tier is classified as 'harbor' due to consistent product consistency and documented origin, though response rates are low as operations are manual and localized. Buyers seeking volume supply should confirm lead times directly, as production is seasonal and tied to resin yield.