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Frankincense Oil Extract (Boswellia sacra) – Alpha-pinene 25–70%

Boswellia sacra / B. carterii · Burseraceae

Marker compound
Alpha-pinene
Standardisation
25–70% (GC)
Assay method
GC
Plant part
Resin & Gum
Origin
Somalia, Oman, Ethiopia

Frankincense Oil Extract (Boswellia sacra) – Alpha-pinene 25–70%

Frankincense extract is produced from the gum resin of Boswellia sacra (Burseraceae family) and supplied as an essential-oil fraction, standardized to Alpha-pinene. Available grades: Typical 25–70%. Typical sourcing: Somalia, Oman, Ethiopia. For B2B formulation in nutraceuticals & supplements, cosmetics & personal care, food & beverage.

Typical 25–70%

Specifications

Botanical name Boswellia sacra / B. carterii
Common names Frankincense
Plant family / part Burseraceae / Gum resin
Marker compound Alpha-pinene
Phytochemical class Volatile oil constituents › Monoterpenes & aromatic volatiles
Available grades Typical 25–70%
Assay method GC
Pharmacopoeia & standards Ph. Eur. (EP)
Form Essential Oil Fraction
Origin Somalia, Oman, Ethiopia
Pack sizes Sample (50 g), 250 g, 1 Kg, 5 Kg, 25 Kg
Shelf life & storage Typically 24 months in sealed original packaging; store cool, dry and away from light

Formulation focus

  • Joint & Bone Health
  • Healthy Inflammation Response
  • Flavour & Fragrance

Industries

Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Food & Beverage

Traditional systems: African traditional

Documentation

The Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet (GHS format) can be downloaded from this page; the batch Certificate of Analysis is supplied on request. Confirm the assay method (HPLC, UV or gravimetric) on the CoA, as results differ between methods.

For B2B formulation and research use. Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA or other regulators; this ingredient is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.