
Frankincense Frereana
Frankincense Frereana (Boswellia frereana), known locally as Maydi, is a rare and highly prized resin harvested in the Al-Madow mountain ranges of Puntland, Somalia. This resin has been cherished for centuries for its sweet, citrusy, and slightly minty aroma, making it especially valued as a natural chewing resin as well as a premium ingredient in perfumery and wellness applications. Skilled nomadic families carefully tap mature Boswellia trees using traditional hand tools, collecting the resin tears that form naturally. The resin is then hand-cleaned and sorted to preserve its purity. Sustainably harvested and deeply tied to the cultural heritage of Puntland, Frereana resin reflects Younis Aroma’s commitment to tradition, traceability, and ethical trade.
Botanical Name:
Boswellia frereana
Origin:
Puntland, Somalia
Harvest Region:
Al-Madow mountain ranges, Bari region, Puntland
Collection Method:
Manual tapping, wildcrafted, traditional harvesting by nomadic families; hand-cleaned and sun-dried
Batch Traceability:
- Voucher specimens authenticated by botanists
- Collector and cooperative records maintained
- GPS mapping of sourcing areas in rollout
- Fully integrated with Younis Aroma’s traceability program
Sensory Profile:
Sweet, citrusy, and slightly minty; softer than Carterii with a distinctive fresh and uplifting character
Technical Specifications:
- GCMS: Batch profiles available
- COA: Issued per shipment
- Compliance: IFRA, ISO, FairWild, REACH, Sedex 4-Pillar SMETA
- Food Grade: EU compliant (EC 1334/2008)
- Contaminants & Pesticides: Tested to EU standards
MOQ:
5 metric tons (FOB Puntland, Somalia)
Packaging & Shipping:
- 20–25 kg multi-layer export sacks, palletized
- FOB Bossaso Port, Puntland
- 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)