Sumatra Resin
Benzoin / Styrax (Kemenyan)
Minyak Kemenyan / Styrax — Styrax benzoin / Styrax paralleloneurum
Sumatra benzoin (Styrax benzoin) from North Sumatra's Tapanuli region has been a cornerstone of Islamic incense traditions and fine fragrance for centuries. The resin produces an oil or absolute with a characteristic warm, sweet-balsamic character dominated by coniferyl benzoate — distinct from Thai benzoin siam in its heavier, more oriental character.
Origin:North Sumatra (Tapanuli), Aceh
Aroma:Sweet, warm, balsamic-vanillic with a rich resinous base. Distinctly oriental character with vanilla-like sweetness and smoky-amber depth. The Sumatra variety (benzoin siam vs benzoin sumatra) is prized for its heavy, warm character.
Form:Pale yellow to amber, viscous liquid or semi-solid
Applications
Fine Fragrance & Oriental PerfumeryIncenseCosmeticsPharmaceuticalTraditional Medicine
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Indonesian Name | Minyak Kemenyan / Styrax |
| Botanical Name | Styrax benzoin / S. paralleloneurum |
| Origin | North Sumatra (Tapanuli), Aceh |
| Benzoic Acid | 15–25% |
| Benzyl Benzoate | 20–35% |
| Coniferyl Benzoate | 25–40% (Benzoin Sumatra) |
| Specific Gravity | 1.050–1.090 |
| Refractive Index | 1.565–1.590 |
| Documentation | GC-MS, COA, MSDS per batch |
| MOQ | 5 kg |
| Packaging | 5 kg, 10 kg can |
| Lead Time | 10–21 days FOB Medan |