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Guides for professional buyers of Somali frankincense and myrrh.

Buyer resources

Guides for frankincense and myrrh buyers


Practical guides written for professional buyers sourcing Somali frankincense and myrrh — species, grading, documentation and the supply chain.

Boswellia Frereana vs Carterii: A Buyer's Guide

How the two main Somali frankincense species differ in chemistry, aroma and use — and how to choose the right one.

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How Frankincense Resin Is Graded

What frankincense grades mean, and how to specify the grade that fits your process.

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What European Buyers Should Request from a Frankincense Supplier

A practical checklist of specifications, documents and terms to request before ordering.

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How Somali Frankincense Is Collected, Sorted and Exported

The journey from tree to port: tapping, drying, sorting, grading, packing and export.

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