Selling Omani Frankincense & Perfumes Online — Complete Guide
Omani frankincense (luban dhakr) is the world's finest frankincense — sourced from Dhofar and UNESCO World Heritage listed. Demand is global and prices are excellent.
Types of Omani Frankincense
| Type | Color | Quality | Price |
|---|
| Hojari | White-light green | Finest | 15-50 OMR/kg |
| Najdi | White-yellow | Excellent | 10-30 OMR/kg |
| Shaabi | Brown-dark | Good | 3-10 OMR/kg |
| Sahli | Varied | Good | 5-15 OMR/kg |
Market Opportunity
| Market | Demand | Selling Price |
|---|
| Gulf (Saudi, UAE) | Very high | 20-80 OMR/kg |
| Europe (luxury perfumes) | High | 30-100 OMR/kg |
| Asia (China, Japan) | Growing | 20-60 OMR/kg |
| America (wellness) | Growing | 25-80 OMR/kg |
Professional Packaging
| Element | Detail |
|---|
| Box | Wood or premium cardboard — reflects product quality |
| Label | Arabic + English — type, origin (Dhofar) |
| Preservation | Airtight bag — preserves scent |
| Certificate | Omani origin certificate — builds trust |
How to Sell Online
- Professional photos — traditional Omani backdrop
- Explain the types — many people don't know the difference between Hojari and Shaabi
- Samples — offer small samples at a nominal price
- International shipping — Aramex or DHL for export
- Post on Luulwa — local + Gulf market
