What is Oud?
Oud, also known as Agarwood, is a highly valuable, fragrant resin that forms in the heartwood of Aquilaria and Gyrinops trees when they become naturally or artificially infected by specific fungi. The tree responds by producing a dark, aromatic resin as a defense — this is the origin of Oud.
Global Names
- Arabic: Oud / عود
- Hindi: Agar / अगर
- Tagalog: Bari
- Malay/Indonesian: Gaharu
- Chinese: 沉香 (Chen Xiang)
- Japanese: Jinkō (沈香)
Why Is Oud So Valuable?
- Extremely rare in nature
- Harvested only after years of resin development
- Complex and captivating aroma profile
- Used in high-end perfumes, incense, and spiritual rituals
- Referred to as “liquid gold” — some oils fetch up to $50,000 per liter
Aromatic Profile
- Deep, woody, balsamic
- Smoky, leathery, sweet
- Long-lasting and evolving over time
- Distinct scent varies by species, geography, and extraction method
Forms of Oud
| Form | Description | Uses |
|---|---|---|
| Oud Oil | Steam-distilled resin oil | Luxury perfumes, attars |
| Oud Chips | Resin-rich wood pieces | Burned as incense |
| Oud Powder | Finely ground agarwood | Incense blends, soaps |
| Oud Blends | Oud mixed with floral or oriental notes | Designer fragrances |
Cultural & Spiritual Importance
- Burned during religious rituals in Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism
- Symbol of hospitality in the Middle East
- Believed to calm the mind, attract prosperity, and purify spaces
How Oud is Made (Cultivated Process)
- Planting: Aquilaria trees are cultivated sustainably
- Inoculation: Trees are induced with fungal or microbial inoculants (e.g., Fusarium oxysporum)
- Resin Development: Takes 2–10 years, depending on method
- Harvesting: Trees are selectively harvested for resinous wood
- Distillation: Steam distillation is used to extract pure oud oil
Market Outlook
- Middle East & Asia: Largest consumers (Saudi Arabia, UAE, China)
- Global Oud Market Size: Expected to surpass USD 9.5 billion by 2030
- Rising demand in niche perfumery, wellness, and natural cosmetics
- Sourcing is increasingly shifting to sustainable, cultivated sources
Why Choose Cultivated Oud (Like from Putz Agarwood Farm)?
- CITES-compliant & sustainable
- Traceable origin & species
- Supports local farmers and agroforestry
- High purity using modern inoculation (e.g., BarIno™ series)
- Ethically and environmentally responsible
🔗 Putz Agarwood Farm Contact
🌐 Website: www.putzagarwoodfarm.com
📞 Phone: +63 46 418 9530
📧 Email: putzagarwoodfarm@gmail.com