
Opoponax
Opoponax (Commiphora guidottii), often referred to as Sweet Myrrh, is a rare aromatic resin native to Somalia’s dry savannah regions. Closely related to Myrrh, it produces a softer and sweeter resin that has been cherished for centuries in incense, perfumery, and traditional wellness practices. The resin is tapped from wild Commiphora trees by skilled local harvesters, collected by hand, and carefully cleaned and dried before export. Known for its warm, sweet-balsamic aroma with honey-like notes, Opoponax is widely used as a natural fixative in perfumery and as a soothing aromatic in therapeutic blends. Younis Aroma ensures that every lot is sustainably harvested, scientifically verified, and fully traceable, offering international buyers consistent quality and transparency.
Botanical Name:
Commiphora guidottii
Origin:
Somalia
Harvest Region:
Central and southern Somalia (notably in semi-arid savannah regions)
Collection Method:
Manual tapping of wild Commiphora trees; resin exudate collected by hand, sun-dried, and graded
Batch Traceability:
- Voucher specimens authenticated by botanists
- GPS mapping of harvesting zones (in progress)
- Collector records maintained by cooperatives
- Full integration with Younis Aroma’s traceability system
Sensory Profile:
Warm, sweet-balsamic, honey-like aroma with soft woody undertones; smoother and sweeter than traditional Myrrh
Technical Specifications:
- GCMS: Batch analysis available
- COA: Provided with every shipment
- Compliance: IFRA, ISO, FairWild, REACH, Sedex 4-Pillar SMETA
- Food Grade: EC 1334/2008 compliant
- Contaminants & Pesticides: Tested to EU standards (2023/915 & 396/2005)
MOQ:
5 metric tons (FOB Puntland, Somalia)
Packaging & Shipping:
- Multi-layer export sacks (20–25 kg each), palletized
- FOB Puntland ports (Bossaso)
- Export documentation: COA, GCMS, FairWild, IFRA, Certificate of Origin
Lead Time:
4–6 weeks from confirmed purchase order
Pricing:
On request (per kg / per metric ton)