A patchouli oil exporter from Indonesia ships bulk Pogostemon cablin (nilam) oil under CAS 8014-09-3 with a full document set — COA showing PA%, GC-MS, SDS/TDS and Certificate of Origin — priced FOB from USD 35 to USD 200 per kg by grade, with MOQ typically 100-1000 kg packed in 180-200 kg drums.
Indonesia is the single most important origin on any perfumer’s or cosmetics buyer’s patchouli shortlist. Industry sources across 2023-2025 put the country at over 80% — some estimates 80-90% — of global patchouli oil supply, with annual output around 1,000-1,200 metric tons against demand near the same level. The global patchouli oil market was valued at roughly USD 72.3 million in 2023. When you import from here, you are buying close to the source rather than through a re-exporting middle layer.
What does a patchouli oil exporter from Indonesia actually ship?
The product is steam-distilled oil of Pogostemon cablin leaf — minyak nilam — carrying CAS 8014-09-3 (also 84238-39-1) and FEMA No. 2838. Color runs from light-yellowish-brown to reddish or dark red-brown depending on grade and distillation. The odor profile is woody-balsamic, sweet-herbaceous, earthy and spicy, which is why it holds a fixative role in fine fragrance.
Key origins each carry their own reputation:
- Aceh, including the Gayo highlands, and North Sumatra — prized in fine fragrance for strong aroma and high patchoulol (PA).
- West Sumatra and Java — steady commercial volumes.
- Sulawesi, notably around Manado — large export flows, often quoted at slightly higher acid values.
The oil is soluble in alcohol and oils, and insoluble in water.
How is patchouli oil graded before export?
Everything turns on kadar PA (patchouli alcohol). Indonesian oil typically runs 28-34% PA and is often described commercially at 30-40%. Grade families break down into Dark, Light, Iron-free (steam distillation followed by de-ironization) and MD (molecularly distilled — steam distillation followed by molecular distillation).
Publicly catalogued reference SKUs (Indonesian exporter grade families, 2022-2025) give a sense of what circulates in the export market:
| Origin | Family | Min PA | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sumatra | MD | 32 | Molecularly distilled |
| Sumatra | MD | 30 | Molecularly distilled |
| Sulawesi | MD | 30 | Molecularly distilled |
| Sumatra | MD | 34 | High-PA MD |
| Sumatra | Dark Premium | 34 | Fine-fragrance dark |
| Sumatra | Dark | 32 | Acid value 4-6 |
| Sulawesi | Dark | 30 | Acid value < 8 |
| Sulawesi | Dark | 28 | Acid value < 15 |
| Sumatra | Iron Free | 32 | De-ironized |
| Sulawesi | Iron Free | 30 | De-ironized |
Sumatra grades commonly quote PA 30-32 with acid value 4-6; Sulawesi grades quote PA around 30 with acid value 8-10. An acid value under 8 is cited as indicating excellent storage stability — worth confirming on the batch COA if you hold stock for long contracts.
What export documents come with each shipment?
For EU and US import compliance, documentation is the deal. A serious exporter supplies these on request, per batch:
| Document | What it confirms |
|---|---|
| COA (with PA%) | Batch-specific patchouli alcohol content and key specs |
| GC-MS | Full chromatographic profile / authenticity |
| TDS | Technical data — appearance, solubility, use guidance |
| SDS / MSDS | Safety, handling, transport classification |
| Certificate of Origin | Indonesian origin for customs and tariff purposes |
| CAS 8014-09-3 reference | Substance identity for REACH-style EU filings |
Some lines additionally carry Kosher, Halal, COSMOS and FSSC 22000 certification. Published COAs have shown retest / best-before dates as far out as April 2027, which helps when you plan long-term contracts. EU buyers commonly require the CAS number and REACH-style documentation up front.
One honesty note: any specific spec — PA%, specific gravity, refractive index, optical rotation — is a real claim only when it comes from an actual batch COA or GC-MS. Treat catalogue minimums as targets, and confirm the numbers against the paperwork for your drum lot.
What does bulk patchouli cost to export in 2026?
Use this single canonical band and read it as FOB indicative per 2026 — it moves with harvest and PA content, and a final quote confirms grade, PA%, documents and MOQ:
| Grade / kadar PA | Typical PA% | Indicative FOB (USD/kg) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard / low PA | under 30% | 35-55 |
| Commercial | 30-35% | 45-90 |
| Premium — iron-free / MD / organic-certified | above 35% | 100-200 |
| Harvest-failure spike | 30-32% | ~100-130 |
The one explicit dated public price point is a North Sulawesi (Manado) trader listing IDR 2,000,000/kg domestic FOB Manado, marked “Price June 2025,” and noted as varying with quantity and market. Prices are indicative, not a contract — quantity, timing and the exact batch all move the final number.
How does the export RFQ process work?
- Send your spec. State target grade family (Dark / Light / Iron-free / MD), minimum PA%, MOQ and destination port. Local terms like minyak nilam and kadar PA are welcome.
- Receive a quote and document preview. You get an FOB (or requested Incoterm) figure, available origin, and the COA / GC-MS / SDS/TDS set for the batch on offer.
- Confirm sample or batch. Approve against the paperwork; request a pre-shipment sample where your formulation demands it.
- Lock Incoterms and drums. Agree FOB, CIF or your preferred term, drum count (25 kg or 180-200 kg), and export port.
- Ship with full papers. Certificate of Origin and safety docs travel with the consignment.
> Request an export quote. Send your grade, PA%, MOQ and destination port to the Bali Premium Trip concierge desk. WhatsApp 6281128590000 or sales@balipremiumtrip.com — indicative response within 24 working hours. We route perfumery and cosmetics buyers to vetted licensed export partners; we are a concierge broker, not the asset owner, and we cannot guarantee customs clearance or lab results — those rest on your batch documents and your destination’s rules.
What are the logistics — MOQ, drums and ports?
No single official MOQ exists publicly. Bulk trades in drums, with trade postings citing ~25 kg drums and standard export drums around 180-200 kg; typical MOQ lands between 100 and 1000 kg. Main export ports are Belawan (Sumatra), Surabaya (Java) and Makassar (Sulawesi).
Market context matters for planning into 2027. Through late 2025 the market has been structurally firm — historic-high prices, scarce material, and farmers switching to corn, cocoa and palm oil because patchouli prices are too low to break even. That signals continued supply risk and volatility, so treat any quote as a moving figure and confirm before you commit volume.
Patchouli Oil Supplier is part of Juara Holding Group, an Indonesian group operating from Bali across Indonesia since 2015. Export orders are arranged via vetted licensed partners; we do not act as a licensed customs, legal or financial adviser.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Indonesian ports do patchouli oil exporters ship from?
Bulk patchouli oil moves mainly through three ports: Belawan in North Sumatra, Surabaya in East Java, and Makassar in Sulawesi. Your origin grade usually decides the port — Aceh and Sumatra lots route via Belawan, Sulawesi (Manado-area) material via Makassar. Confirm the loading port on your quote before booking freight.
Do Indonesian patchouli exporters provide REACH documentation for EU buyers?
EU buyers commonly require CAS 8014-09-3 identity plus REACH-style documentation, and exporters supply it alongside the COA, GC-MS and SDS. We provide the substance references and safety data on request per batch. We do not file your REACH registration or guarantee compliance — that responsibility sits with the EU importer of record.
Can an exporter guarantee my patchouli shipment clears customs?
No honest exporter can. Clearance depends on your destination country’s rules, your importer-of-record status, and correct tariff and REACH-style filings. We supply the Certificate of Origin, COA, GC-MS and SDS/TDS that customs typically ask for, but final admission and any lab retesting rest with the receiving authority, not with us.
What Incoterms do patchouli oil exporters from Indonesia usually quote?
Most quotes default to FOB at Belawan, Surabaya or Makassar, with the canonical 2026 band of USD 35-200/kg reading as FOB. CIF and other terms are available on request. Confirm your preferred Incoterm early, since it changes who arranges and pays for freight, insurance and export clearance.
How fast can I get a quote and documents for bulk nilam oil?
Send grade, PA%, MOQ and destination port and you can expect an indicative FOB quote plus a document preview — COA, GC-MS, SDS/TDS — within about 24 working hours via WhatsApp 6281128590000 or sales@balipremiumtrip.com. Batch-specific COAs and any pre-shipment sample follow once you confirm the grade and origin.