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Styrax Tonkinesis Oil Loban (Styrax Tonkinesis)

Styrax Tonkinesis Oil Loban
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Styrax tonkinensis · Sweet Vanilla Balsamic

Styrax Tonkinesis Oil (Loban)

Styrax Tonkin (Loban) is a sweet, warm, vanilla-like balsamic material prepared from the resin of Styrax tonkinensis, the Siam benzoin, known in India as loban. This benzoin oil is a treasured base note and natural fixative, with a soft, comforting sweetness prized in perfumery and incense.

At Kush Aroma Exports, our Siam benzoin (loban) gives a soft, sweet-balsamic character and excellent fixative power. As one of India's leading essential oil manufacturers — a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier and exporter, we supply every batch with verifiable specification. Explore our full range of 100% pure natural essential oils or browse our CO2 extract oils for related aromatic materials.

Quick Facts

Botanical NameStyrax tonkinensis
SynonymGum Benjamin, Siam benzoin, loban
FamilyStyracaceae
SourceResin
OriginIndia
Processing MethodSolvent extraction (benzyl benzoate carrier)
Colour / ConsistencyThick, brown, viscous liquid

Aroma Profile

Styrax Tonkin (loban) has a sweet, warm, vanilla-like balsamic aroma, softer and sweeter than Sumatra benzoin — a tenacious base note of medium strength.

Blends beautifully with

Benzoin pairs with resin, floral, citrus and wood oils, including:

Cardamom Frankincense Myrrh Myrtle Neroli Orange Petitgrain Sandalwood

Siam Benzoin (Loban)

Styrax tonkinensis yields Siam benzoin, generally regarded as the softer, sweeter, more vanilla-like of the two benzoins. In India it is known as loban and treasured in incense.

It is prepared as a resinoid by solvent extraction and is prized as a natural fixative.

Harvesting & Extraction

This Siam benzoin (loban) is produced by solvent extraction of the resin (with benzyl benzoate as the carrier), giving a soft, sweet, tenacious base material. 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:

  • Fine perfumery — a soft, sweet base note and natural fixative.
  • Incense & ritual — a classic loban resin with a long ceremonial history.
  • Aromatherapy — a comforting, warming note in aromatherapy blends.
  • Skincare — a soothing balsamic note in natural skincare.

Related Oils You May Like

For more warm, sweet balsamic and resin notes, explore related oils: Styrax Benzoin Sumatra oil, Benzoin oil, Frankincense Organic oil, Myrrh Egypt oil.

Caution: Benzoin contains benzyl benzoate as its carrier and is a possible skin sensitiser — dilute and patch test, and declare the carrier on labelling. For external use only. Avoid during pregnancy and keep away from children.

Why Buy Styrax Tonkin (Loban) 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 styrax tonkin (loban) oil in retail and bulk quantities, with worldwide shipping and quality you can verify.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Styrax Tonkin (loban) oil?
It is a sweet, warm, vanilla-balsamic material (Siam benzoin, loban) prepared from the resin of Styrax tonkinensis, prized as a fixative.
How is it different from Sumatra benzoin?
Siam benzoin (S. tonkinensis) is generally softer, sweeter and more vanilla-like; Sumatra benzoin (S. benzoin) is a little deeper.
Is it an oil or a resinoid?
It is a resinoid, solvent-extracted from the resin with a benzyl benzoate carrier.
What is it used for?
Fine perfumery (as a fixative), incense, aromatherapy and skincare.

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Typical Composition · Qualitative

Key Constituents

Siam benzoin resinoid is rich in coniferyl benzoate and benzoic acid esters. Typical qualitative constituents below; batch values vary.

ConstituentTypical Character
Structural ClassNote
Coniferyl benzoateSweet, balsamic — principal marker
ClassEster — main marker
Benzoic acid / benzyl benzoateWarm, balsamic; carrier
ClassAcid / ester
Vanillin (trace)Sweet, vanilla
ClassAldehyde (trace)

Safety Summary

HazardsBenzyl benzoate carrier; possible sensitiser.
ContraindicationsDeclare carrier; patch test; avoid in pregnancy.

Technical Notes

  • Species / origin note — Written as Siam benzoin (Styrax tonkinensis); the source listed origin India while the description said Sumatra — please confirm the true species and origin for this SKU.
  • Batch documentation — Specification and batch documentation 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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