
Botanical Name: Boswellia serrata
Country of Origin: India
Common Name: Boswellia
English Name: Indian Frankincense
Sanskrit Name: Salai
Hindi Name: Salai, Shallaki
Also Known As: Boswellia Extract Powder, Boswellia Serrata Extract, Frankincense Extract Powder, Olibanum Extract, Boswellia Resin Extract, Salai Extract Powder, Boswellia Gum Extract
Part Used: Dried resin of Boswellia serrata, processed into standardized powder extract
Description: Boswellia Powder Extract – 65% is derived from the dried resin of Boswellia serrata, a medium-sized tree native to arid and hilly regions of India. The resin naturally exudes from small incisions in the tree bark and hardens into brittle pieces. These resin pieces are collected, cleaned to remove bark fragments and debris, and processed to produce a standardized extract containing 65% boswellic acids. The powder extract preserves the natural color, aroma, and resinous properties of the raw material while providing a consistent, concentrated botanical preparation.
Boswellia serrata typically grows 5–8 meters tall, with greyish-brown papery bark and a branching crown. The tree produces resin intermittently throughout the growing season, and the hardened exudate varies in texture and color depending on age and exposure. Processing the resin into a powdered extract involves controlled drying, pulverizing, and standardization to ensure a uniform concentration of the active resin components. The powder retains a fine, slightly granular texture with natural resinous aroma, suitable for incorporation into botanical, cosmetic, and creative formulations.
The production process begins with the careful cleaning of harvested resin to remove bark and field debris. The resin is dried under controlled conditions to reduce moisture while preserving its color and natural characteristics. It is then processed using standardized extraction methods to concentrate the boswellic acids, followed by drying and milling to create a fine, uniform powder. Multiple sieving steps ensure consistency in particle size and texture, resulting in a clean, stable plant-based material.
Uses: Boswellia Powder Extract – 65% is used in botanical blends, resin-based art, incense formulations, decorative preparations, and creative craft projects where a concentrated resin powder is desired. Its fine texture, rich golden-brown color, and natural aroma make it suitable for blending with other botanical ingredients, layered sensory projects, and aesthetic formulations highlighting plant-derived materials. The standardized extract ensures uniformity and quality for use in creative, decorative, and formulation-focused applications.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. Refrigeration not required.
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