Frankincense

At a glance

Frankincense, or olibanum, is a resinous incense-like material steam-distilled from Boswellia tree sap, used since antiquity in ritual and modern amber compositions.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Boswellia sacra resin, primarily Somalia and Oman
Extraction
Steam distillation
CAS number
8000-34-8
Profile
Resinous, incense-like scent with citrusy and slightly smoky facets
IFRA status
Not restricted
Cost tier
Medium
● drafted · Sources: Botanical and extraction-method reference literature· last checked 2026-08-26