Features:
[Exquisite Fragrance] The aroma is pure and sweet, with a unique "melon honey" sweetness and an elegant coolness. It has strong penetration and rich layering (initial coolness, sweetness, and nutty aftertaste), earning it the reputation of "the elegant agarwood of the moment."
[Authentic Production Area] The core production areas (such as Hainan and Nha Trang, Vietnam) have a long history and are considered the epitome of "authentic agarwood" in traditional Chinese culture, with high appreciation and collection value.
[Relaxing and Nourishing] The delicate, uplifting aroma helps soothe restlessness and brighten the mind. It is an ideal companion for quiet meditation, tea tasting, reading, and contemplation, creating a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere.
[Collector's Item] Wild resources are extremely scarce, and with a value steadily rising, it is not only a spice but also a cultural collectible worth inheriting.
Specifications:
Product Specifications: 28*10*4cm per box. A standard box contains approximately 100-120 pieces, subject to actual delivery.
Standard weight: 200g
Agarwood: Millennium-long Cultural Veins
Agarwood, with a history of thousands of years in Chinese culture, is a cultural symbol with both material and spiritual values. Its cultural context can be traced back to the Pre-Qin Period (c. 2100–221 BC). Although the phrase "the purest fragrance that embodies perfect governance" in Shangshu (Book of Documents) does not explicitly refer to agarwood, it established the ritual status of high-quality aromatic materials. Agarwood was first recorded as a medicinal herb in Shennong Bencao Jing (Shennong's Classic of Materia Medica) during the Han Dynasty (202 BC–220 AD), which notes that it "warms the middle-jiao and tonifies the five internal organs". At that time, it was exclusively used by the royal family and introduced into the Central Plains in small quantities via the Silk Road.
During the Wei, Jin, Southern and Northern Dynasties (220–589 AD), the prosperity of Buddhism and Taoism promoted the upgrading of agarwood culture. Buddhists used it for worshipping Buddhas for its "purity and connection with the divine", while Taoists relied on it for aiding in spiritual practice. This transformed agarwood from a medicinal material to a spiritual medium. In the Tang Dynasty (618–907 AD), with the flourishing maritime trade, agarwood from Southeast Asia poured into China in large quantities through ports like Guangzhou and Quanzhou. The literati class began to use agarwood to embellish their lives, and famous poets such as Bai Juyi and Liu Zongyuan all wrote poems eulogizing it.
The Song Dynasty (960–1279 AD) marked the peak of agarwood culture. The literati integrated it into the "four leisurely pastimes" (tea-making, flower arrangement, painting appreciation, and incense burning). Scholars like Su Shi and Huang Tingjian often read and tasted tea accompanied by agarwood. In the Ming (1368–1644 AD) and Qing (1636–1912 AD) Dynasties, agarwood became an even more prominent symbol of status. The imperial court established "Zaoban Chu" (Imperial Workshop) to produce agarwood artifacts, and the trend of private collection emerged. Famous varieties such as Hainan agarwood and Nha Trang agarwood from Vietnam have been renowned to this day, becoming a cultural heritage spanning thousands of years.
Production Process
1. Raw Material Selection
We get premium quality South Sea Agarwood from mature Aquilaria trees that are grown in well-maintained plantations. We look at each batch with our naked eyes for the density of the resin, the depth of the color, and the natural grains of the wood. Only those stumps which have the best concentration of resins go to the next stage of processing.
2. Cleaning and Pre-Processing
We clean the parts of the agarwood logs that are covered by dirt, the outer bark layer, and unwanted fiber manually. With this step, we make sure that the parts full of resin are still there. These cleaned stuffs are then left to dry in the open but under certain humidity control to keep the scent.
3. Precision Cutting
South Sea Agarwood is transformed into graded chips, blocks, or powder domestic on the final product specification through the use of precise woodworking tools.
4. Low-Temperature Drying
Apart from that, the process of drying at a low temperature is what keeps the natural oil molecules intact.Water is being removed from the wood gradually to ward off breaking of the resin. This step not only stabilizes the fragrance but also extends product shelf life.
5. Aroma Enhancement Maturation
Once the agarwood is dried, it is taken through the natural aroma maturation process.
6. Final Grading and Packaging
Resin content, color, density, and scent strength are some of the attributes that are examined by hand in each batch to determine its grade.
The best South Sea Agarwood is packed tightly in a odor-free type of packing that is airtight to keep its natural fragrance safe during the delivery.
Quality Control Procedures
1. Raw Material Authentication
The South Sea Agarwood batch is botanically authenticated, which verifies the origin and the species that have been subject to examination. Resins pattern and wood characteristics are compared by the experts to the reference samples that have been certified.
2. Moisture Content Testing
Each piece is checked with the most accurate moisture analyzers to confirm that it meets the right moisture threshold. Correct moisture levels are kept so that the smell can stay fresh and mold can be prevented.
3. Resin Content Evaluation
Quality controllers direct the visual and microscopic resin inspection. The product grade and pricing accuracy are determined by the density, distribution, and depth of the resin streaks.
4. Aroma Profile Assessment
An aroma test is done by a trained evaluation team that involves the sensory assessment of the smell of the product in terms of purity, depth, smokiness, and after-note stability. The agarwood with a clean, natural fragrance profile is the one that is allowed to go further.
5. Contaminant and Purity Screening
Testing is performed on samples to check for soil residues, foreign fibers, chemical contamination, as well as the addition of artificial scents. South Sea Agarwood has to be 100% natural and free from any synthetic enhancement.
6. Weight and Size Consistency Check
The chips, blocks, and powder that have been graded are measured to determine if they are in line with the product specifications. The uniformity in size and weight is what leads to the even burning and aroma release.
7. Final Packaging Inspection
The sealing, labeling, and odor-retention checks are the main features of the inspection that each package goes through before it is put in the shipment. This is a guarantee that the South Sea Agarwood will be able to deliver the fragrance that is of the highest quality until the customer receives it.
About Company
We were founded in the early 1980s. We are a large-scale professional fragrance enterprise that has developed from a state-owned factory and integrates production, processing, research and development, and sales. The company covers an area of 10,000 square meters, with a building area of 7,000 square meters, and has its own raw material base. At present, we have more than 300 employees, a professional fragrance research and development team, a product design team, and fully realize the mechanical assembly line operation of products. There are more than ten supporting enterprises. The product quality has reached the domestic leading level, and we undertake OEM cooperative production.
Top 10 FAQs
1. What are the unique features of South Sea Agarwood in comparison to regular agarwood?
South Sea Agarwood is known for its deep, sweet, and ocean-inspired aroma. It has a significantly higher natural resin content, thereby producing a more luxurious and longer-lasting scent.
2. Can I burn South Sea Agarwood Incense in my house safely?
Certainly. Premium South Sea Agarwood incense sticks are known for their clean burning with very little smoke. Therefore, they can be used in living rooms, meditation areas, and bedrooms without any concerns for safety.
3. Are there any natural therapeutic benefits to South Sea Agarwood?
Those who use it, typically report experiences such as relaxation, deep sleep, and stress relief caused by the anti-stress resin composition and the nature of the comforting fragrance.
4. How long is South Sea Agarwood Incense able to burn?
Generally, the burn time is between 35 and 50 minutes for most high-quality sticks, with the main factors being thickness, density, and drying time of the stick.
5. What measures are taken to ensure that the agarwood used in these incenses is sustainable?
Manufacturers who are responsible towards nature get their South Sea Agarwood from plantations that are certified and have harvesting programs with strict control in order to protect wild agarwood trees.
6. Why is South Sea agarwood incense priced at a higher rate?
It is its high resin content coupled with slow growth of the tree and limited quantity that accounts for its high market value and superior aromatic quality.
7. Does burning South Sea Agarwood incense help me to meditate?
It is definitely helpful! Thanks to its profound and stabilizing scent the focus is enhanced, the mind is decluttered and the duration of meditation can be extended.
8. Are these scents natural or do they use synthetic oils?
The best South Sea Agarwood incense sticks are crafted with 100% pure resin without any artificial fragrance enhancers.
9. After burning, will the scent still be there?
Indeed. The scent of South Sea Agarwood is light, warm, and woody and it stays for a number of hours without getting too strong.
10. What is the proper way to store South Sea Agarwood Incense?
Do so in a container that is airtight, dry and away from the sun to keep the smell and the resin in good condition.
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