Patchouli oil prices have moved up significantly in recent months. For companies sourcing Indonesian patchouli oil, the increase is becoming difficult to ignore. But what is behind the price movement? We have been talking about the prolonged dry season in
One of the main concerns with iron is its potential effect on colour and stability. This can become more noticeable when patchouli oil is used in products where a clean, light, or clear appearance is important. For example, a small
We started asking this question after noticing something in two patchouli plots during the dry season. Both plots were planted around the same period, but the plants did not look quite the same as the season became drier. The plants
Patchouli is usually associated with fragrance. Its deep, earthy character makes it a familiar base note and fixative in perfumery. But there is more to patchouli oil than its aroma. Recently, researchers have been looking at its potential for other
Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important topic in the natural ingredients industry. This includes the patchouli oil supply chain, where buyers are paying more attention to how raw materials are sourced and produced. Some buyers now ask for evidence such
Patchouli Oil is often recognised for its deep colour and distinctive aroma. However, through different processing approaches, Patchouli Oil with the same PA specification can have a different overall character. Previously, we produced Patchouli Oil PA 65% with a darker