
Frankincense Papyrifera
Frankincense Papyrifera (Boswellia papyrifera) is a delicate and historically significant resin sourced from the highlands of Ethiopia, with exports routed via Berbera Port, Somalia. Hand-harvested using traditional tapping techniques, Papyrifera resin is known for its clean, sweet, and honey-like aroma, lighter than Carterii but with subtle fruity and balsamic undertones. Each tear of resin represents centuries-old traditions where local farming communities work in harmony with nature, ensuring sustainable practices that protect the Boswellia trees and surrounding ecosystems. Younis Aroma partners directly with these communities, supporting livelihoods while ensuring traceability, authenticity, and global compliance for every batch delivered.
Botanical Name:
Boswellia papyrifera
Origin:
Ethiopia (Horn of Africa)
Harvest Region:
Tigray and Amhara regions of Ethiopia (export via Berbera Port, Somalia)
Collection Method:
Manual tapping, wildcrafted, traditional hand collection; resin tears hand-cleaned and sun-dried
Batch Traceability:
- Voucher specimens authenticated by botanists
- GPS mapping of harvesting zones
- Collector records maintained by local cooperatives
- Fully integrated into Younis Aroma’s traceability system
Sensory Profile:
Clean, sweet, honey-like aroma with warm balsamic undertones; lighter and less woody than Carterii, with subtle fruity notes
Technical Specifications:
- GCMS: Batch-specific profiles available
- COA: Provided with every shipment
- Compliance: IFRA 51st Amendment, ISO, FairWild, REACH, Sedex 4-Pillar SMETA
- Food Grade: EC 1334/2008
- Contaminants & Pesticides: Tested to EU 2023/915 and EC 396/2005 standards
MOQ:
5 metric tons (FOB Berbera Port, Somalia)
Packaging & Shipping:
- Multi-layer export sacks (20–25 kg net weight), palletized
- FOB Berbera Port, Somalia
- 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)