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Elemi Essential Oil (Canarium luzonicum)

Elemi Essential Oil
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Canarium luzonicum · Balsamic Citrus Resin

Elemi Essential Oil

Elemi Essential Oil is steam distilled from the resin of Canarium luzonicum, a tree of the Philippines. This elemi oil has a slightly balsamic, herbaceous and spicy aroma with a bright, fresh-citrus lift and soft floral hints — often called ‘the poor man’s frankincense.’

At Kush Aroma Exports, our elemi oil is steam distilled from selected resin to preserve its balsamic-citrus character. As one of India's leading essential oil manufacturers — a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier and exporter, we supply every batch with verifiable purity. Explore our full range of 100% pure natural essential oils or browse our CO2 extract oils for related aromatic materials.

Quick Facts

Botanical NameCanarium luzonicum
FamilyBurseraceae
SourceResin
OriginPhilippines
Processing MethodSteam distillation
Colour / ConsistencyThin, clear, colourless to pale-yellow liquid

Aroma Profile

Elemi has a slightly balsamic, herbaceous and spicy aroma with a bright citrus lift and a soft floral hint — fresh yet resinous.

Blends beautifully with

Elemi pairs with resin, herb and citrus oils, including:

Frankincense Clary Sage Myrrh Rosemary Lavender Cinnamon Citrus oils

The Bright Resin

Elemi resin has been used for centuries in incense, balms and traditional preparations. In the Burseraceae family alongside frankincense and myrrh, it shares their resinous depth with a brighter, citrus lift.

Its fresh-yet-balsamic character makes it a versatile perfumery and aromatherapy material.

Harvesting & Extraction

Elemi essential oil is steam distilled from the resin, capturing its bright, balsamic-citrus fraction. Learn more about how we work on our distillation of essential oil page.

Common Uses

Across perfumery, wellness and traditional practice, this oil is valued for:

  • Aromatherapy — a fresh, grounding note in aromatherapy and meditation blends.
  • Fine perfumery — a balsamic-citrus note for resinous and fresh accords.
  • Skincare — a soothing resin note in natural formulations.
  • Incense & ritual — long used for its resinous, uplifting character.

Related Oils You May Like

For more resinous and fresh-spice notes, explore related oils: Dill Seed oil, Cardamom oil, our natural essential oils range.

Caution: Elemi oil should be diluted and patch tested. For external use only. Avoid during pregnancy and keep away from children. Consult a professional if under medical care.

Why Buy Elemi Oil From Kush Aroma Exports

As a Government-recognised Star Export House and a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier, exporter and wholesaler of 100% pure essential oils from Kannauj, India, we offer elemi oil in retail and bulk quantities, with worldwide shipping and quality you can verify.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is elemi essential oil?
It is a balsamic-citrus oil steam distilled from the resin of Canarium luzonicum, in the same family as frankincense and myrrh.
What does elemi smell like?
Slightly balsamic, herbaceous and spicy with a bright citrus lift and soft floral hint.
Why is it called ‘poor man’s frankincense’?
Elemi shares frankincense’s resinous character at a more accessible price, and comes from the same botanical family.
What is it used for?
Aromatherapy, fine perfumery, soothing skincare and incense.

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Typical Composition · Qualitative

Key Constituents

Elemi is a limonene-and-elemol resin oil. Typical qualitative constituents below; batch values vary.

ConstituentTypical Character
Structural ClassNote
LimoneneFresh citrus — often principal
ClassMonoterpene — main marker
ElemolSoft, woody-balsamic
ClassSesquiterpene alcohol
alpha-Phellandrene / elemicinGreen, spicy
ClassMonoterpene / phenylpropanoid

Safety Summary

HazardsWell tolerated when diluted; patch test.
ContraindicationsAvoid in pregnancy.

Technical Notes

  • Frankincense family — Burseraceae, alongside frankincense and myrrh.
  • Batch documentation — GC/MS and batch-specific CoA available on request.
Technical Disclaimer: The composition indicated above is qualitative and typical for this botanical; it does not constitute a Certificate of Analysis. Batch-specific GC/MS values vary with origin, harvest and distillation. For regulatory or formulation decisions, always refer to the batch-specific CoA supplied with your order.

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