Oud oil export from Indonesia is legal but tightly regulated: distilled agarwood oil sits under CITES Appendix II, so every shipment needs a CITES export permit plus a BKSDA recommendation. Genuine plantation-sourced oud oil runs USD 30,000-80,000/kg (as of 2026, indicative, grade-dependent), verified by GC-MS before it leaves Bali.
What makes Indonesian oud oil worth USD 30,000-80,000 per kilogram?
Oud oil — the steam- or hydro-distilled essential oil pressed from resin-soaked agarwood — is one of the most expensive raw materials in perfumery. A single kilogram of genuine, high-grade oud oil runs USD 30,000-80,000 (as of 2026, indicative and grade-dependent; a final quote confirms grade and scope). At retail, buyer guides quote natural oud oil at roughly USD 200-1,000+ per millilitre, which is why perfumers order by the gram and bulk houses order by the kilo.
The spread is not arbitrary. It tracks the same three objective criteria that grade the wood the oil is distilled from.
| Criterion | How it is tested | What raises the grade |
|---|---|---|
| Density | Water immersion — resin-heavy wood sinks | Sinking-grade feedstock yields more oil |
| Resin saturation | Visual black-brown “tiger-stripe” veining | Dense veining, never a uniform plastic-black |
| Aromatic intensity | Hot-plate or steam testing | Stronger, longer-lasting profile |
Higher resin content means more oil yield and a deeper scent — and a higher price. Market commentary in 2026 shows how wide the gap has become: superior pure wild agarwood can reach around US$290,000/kg for the raw wood, while artificial or plantation material may sit near US$100/kg. We broker plantation feedstock only. It is sustainable, easier to permit, and honest about what it is.
How do we verify oud oil purity before it ships?
Every batch we broker is checked by GC-MS — gas chromatography-mass spectrometry — before dispatch, and the report travels with the shipment. GC-MS separates the oil into its component compounds so a lab can confirm it is genuine distilled agarwood, not cut with dipropylene glycol, carrier solvents, or synthetic aroma chemicals sold as “oud.”
Adulteration is the single biggest risk in this trade. A vial labelled “pure oud” may be 20% real oil and 80% filler, or a fully synthetic reconstruction. Because we source from vetted plantation distillers, the certificate matches permit-ready material, and perfumers can specify the profile they need before committing to a bulk order.
What does legal oud oil export from Indonesia require?
Distilled oud oil is not exempt from wildlife controls. Most Aquilaria and Gyrinops species — the trees oud is distilled from — are listed under CITES Appendix II, so international trade is allowed but regulated. Legal export requires a CITES export permit plus a BKSDA recommendation, and is subject to a Non-Detriment Finding (NDF) confirming the trade will not harm wild populations. Indonesia’s 2024 NDF set a wild Aquilaria malaccensis quota of 24,110 kg.
CITES documents distinguish source code W (wild) from source code P (plantation or artificially propagated); plantation material is generally easier to permit and more sustainable, which is why we work with it. Moving processed agarwood between Indonesian regions can also require a wood transport permit, the Surat Angkutan Kayu Olahan (SAKO), from the local forest authority before material reaches the distillery or port.
We are a sourcing broker and information hub, not a permit authority. We never sell permit certainty and never guarantee customs clearance. Legal export requires a CITES export permit and a BKSDA recommendation; confirm current requirements with the CITES Management Authority (Indonesia) and your import country before ordering.
Oud oil grades, price bands, and order options
The table below frames the canonical band as a grade-dependent range. All figures are indicative, as of 2026; your final quote confirms grade, batch, and scope.
| Oud oil tier | Feedstock (source code P) | Indicative band per kg | Retail reference per ml | Suggested minimum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium plantation, first distillation | High-resin, sinking-grade chips | USD 60,000-80,000 | USD 600-1,000+ | 100 g and up |
| Standard plantation | Mid-resin chips and wood | USD 40,000-59,000 | USD 350-590 | 250 g and up |
| Entry plantation / co-distilled | Lower-resin wood and powder | USD 30,000-39,000 | USD 200-340 | 500 g and up |
Genuine oud oil is scarce and slow to distil, so larger volumes take longer to fulfil. We confirm lead time with your quote rather than promising stock we cannot verify.
Which markets buy Indonesian oud oil?
The Gulf is the anchor market. Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait consume oud as attar, dehn al oud, and in fine fragrance, where buyers pay a premium for verified, single-origin oil. China and wider East Asia form the second pillar, blending oud into niche perfumery and wellness lines. European and North American perfume houses round out demand, and they are usually the most exacting on GC-MS documentation and CITES paperwork. Whatever the destination, the import country sets its own rules — always confirm them before you place an order.
How does exporting oud oil through our desk work?
- Share your specs. Send target volume (kg or ml), preferred grade, GC-MS requirements, and destination country by WhatsApp or email.
- Sourcing and sampling. We match you to vetted plantation distillers, arrange samples, and issue the GC-MS report for the batch.
- Legal paperwork. CITES export permit application and BKSDA recommendation are coordinated via licensed partners; SAKO transport documents are arranged where needed.
- Quote confirmed within 24 business hours. Grade, price, Incoterms, and lead time are locked in writing.
- Pack, document, dispatch. The shipment leaves with its export permit, GC-MS certificate, and commercial documents.
Ready to request an oud oil quote?
Tell our trade desk what you need and we respond within 24 business hours with a grade-matched, document-ready quote.
- WhatsApp: 6281139414563
- Email: bd@juaraholding.com
Agarwood Export is operated by Juara Holding Group and is part of Juara Holding Group, a Bali-based Indonesian group operating across Indonesia since 2015. We arrange sourcing, GC-MS verification, and export documentation via vetted licensed partners — we are not the permit authority and do not provide legal or customs guarantees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do buyers need their own CITES import permit for oud oil?
Usually yes. Oud oil falls under CITES Appendix II, so most destination countries require a matching CITES import permit or declaration alongside Indonesia’s export permit. Requirements differ by country — the Gulf, EU, and China each apply their own rules. Confirm current terms with the CITES Management Authority in Indonesia and your import country before ordering.
How is oud oil priced — by weight or by volume?
Bulk oud oil is priced by weight, at USD 30,000-80,000 per kilogram as of 2026, grade-dependent and indicative. Perfumers and retailers usually reference volume, around USD 200-1,000+ per millilitre. Density varies slightly by distillation, so we quote by kilogram for export and confirm the exact grade, batch, and scope in your final quote.
Can you provide a GC-MS certificate with each batch?
Yes. Every batch we broker is checked by gas chromatography-mass spectrometry before dispatch, and the report travels with the shipment. GC-MS confirms the oil is genuine distilled agarwood, not diluted with carrier solvents or synthetic aroma compounds. We source plantation-distilled oil only, so the certificate matches sustainable, permit-ready material.
What is the minimum order quantity for oud oil export?
It depends on grade and distiller capacity. Premium first-distillation oil can start around 100 grams; standard plantation grades are more efficient at 250 grams and up. Because genuine oud oil is scarce and slow to distil, larger orders take longer to fulfil. Share your target volume and we confirm lead time within 24 business hours.
Is synthetic or “oud blend” oil cheaper to export legally?
Synthetic “oud” and heavily diluted blends are cheaper and often sit outside CITES, but they are not genuine agarwood oil and we never pass them off as such. If you need real distilled oud, it stays under CITES Appendix II and needs an export permit plus a BKSDA recommendation. We keep the two clearly separate.