**A GC-MS tested patchouli oil exporter ships every bulk order with a batch gas chromatography-mass spectrometry report plus a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), so buyers confirm patchoulol (PA) content, purity, and botanical identity before wiring payment. We supply Indonesian nilam this way, FOB indicative USD 35-200/kg per 2026 by grade.**
Patchouli oil is distilled from Pogostemon cablin leaf, carries CAS 8014-09-3 (also 84238-39-1) and FEMA No. 2838, and its value hinges on one number: patchouli alcohol, or PA. GC-MS is how that number gets proven rather than promised.
What makes a GC-MS tested exporter different?
Plenty of sellers quote a PA figure. Fewer will hand you the chromatogram behind it. GC-MS (gas chromatography-mass spectrometry) separates the oil into its individual constituents and identifies each one, confirming patchoulol content and flagging dilution or adulteration. A COA then records the measured specs.
The honest rule we work by: a spec is a claim only when it comes from your batch. Specific gravity, refractive index, optical rotation, and PA% printed on a generic sheet mean little. The same figures tied to the drum you are buying — dated and signed — are what QA teams and perfumers actually trust.
Indonesian oil typically runs 28-34% PA and is often described in the 30-40% range. Sumatra and Aceh grades, including the Gayo highlands, are prized in fine fragrance for strong aroma and high patchoulol. Grade families are Dark, Light, Iron-free (steam distillation then de-ironization), and MD (molecularly distilled).
What is in the batch document pack?
Every documented shipment can travel with the paperwork below. According to published exporter catalogues (Indonesian exporters’, 2022-2025), some lines also carry Kosher, Halal, COSMOS, and FSSC 22000 certification, and COAs have shown retest or best-before dates as far out as April 2027 — useful for long-term contracts.
| Document | What it proves |
|---|---|
| COA (with PA%) | Measured PA%, specific gravity, refractive index, optical rotation for the batch |
| GC-MS chromatogram | Constituent identity and patchoulol quantification; screens for adulteration |
| TDS | Technical data: appearance, odor profile, solubility (alcohol and oils, not water) |
| SDS / MSDS | Safety, handling, and transport classification |
| Certificate of Origin | Region of production — Aceh, North Sumatra, or Sulawesi (Manado) |
| CAS 8014-09-3 + REACH-style docs | Compliance data EU perfumery and cosmetics buyers commonly require |
How is Indonesian patchouli oil priced by PA grade?
Indonesia is the world’s largest patchouli (nilam) producer — cited variously at over 80% and 80-90% of global supply, with annual output near 1,000-1,200 metric tons against similar demand; industry sources valued the global market at about USD 72.3 million in 2023. Price tracks kadar PA, grade, and harvest conditions.
| Grade / kadar PA | Typical PA% | FOB indicative per 2026 (USD/kg) |
|---|---|---|
| Light / low grade | under 30% | 35-55 |
| Commercial | 30-35% | 45-90 |
| Premium: iron-free, MD, or organic-certified | above 35% | 100-200 |
| Harvest-failure spike | 30-32% | ~100-130 |
These are FOB indicative figures for 2026 and move with harvest and PA content; a final quote confirms grade, PA%, documents, and MOQ. As context, one North Sulawesi trader publicly listed IDR 2,000,000/kg domestic FOB Manado, marked “Price June 2025,” and noted it varies with quantity. Late 2025 conditions stayed structurally firm — scarce material, historic-high prices, and farmers switching to corn, cocoa, and palm — signaling continued volatility into 2027.
How does a documented RFQ work?
We route document-first, so you evaluate paper before product.
- Send your spec. Tell us target PA%, grade family (Dark, Light, Iron-free, MD), volume, and destination port.
- We match a batch. You receive the matching batch GC-MS and COA to review — no payment required to see the numbers.
- Sample and verify. Request a pre-shipment sample so your own lab confirms PA% and identity against the documents.
- Confirm the quote. We lock grade, price, MOQ (typically 100-1000 kg), and drum count (~180-200 kg export drums).
- Ship from port. Bulk moves from Belawan, Surabaya, or Makassar with the full document pack.
Talk to the sourcing desk
Ready to review live batch documents? Our RFQ desk is handled by the Bali Premium Trip concierge, sourcing through vetted Indonesian distillers and licensed export partners.
- WhatsApp: +62 811 2859 0000
- Email: sales@balipremiumtrip.com
- Or send the RFQ form with your grade, kadar PA, volume, and documents needed.
We reply within 24 working hours with matching batch paperwork. Honest note: prices are indicative, not a contract, and we cannot guarantee customs clearance or that any batch meets your spec until its own GC-MS and COA confirm it. Part of Juara Holding Group — an Indonesian group operating from Bali across Indonesia since 2015.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a GC-MS report and a COA for patchouli oil?
GC-MS separates and identifies the oil’s individual constituents, confirming patchoulol and screening for adulteration. A COA summarizes measured specs such as PA%, specific gravity, refractive index, and optical rotation. Serious exporters supply both, and each figure is valid only when it comes from your actual batch rather than a generic template.
Can you send batch GC-MS results before I place an order?
Yes. We work document-first: send the grade and quantity you need, and we share the matching batch GC-MS chromatogram and COA for review before any payment. If you want independent confirmation, we arrange a pre-shipment sample so your own lab can check PA% and identity against the paperwork you received.
Does GC-MS testing confirm the patchoulol (PA) percentage?
GC-MS identifies and quantifies patchoulol (patchouli alcohol), the marker that defines a grade, alongside the oil’s other constituents. Indonesian nilam typically runs 28-34% PA. Treat any stated PA figure as a claim only when it appears on your batch’s own GC-MS and COA, since harvest, origin, and distillation each shift the result.
Do EU buyers need GC-MS and CAS 8014-09-3 documentation?
EU perfumery and cosmetics buyers commonly require the CAS number 8014-09-3 (also 84238-39-1), REACH-style documentation, GC-MS, SDS, and allergen data. We supply these on request with each batch, plus a Certificate of Origin for customs. We do not guarantee clearance, since import rules differ by country and change over time.