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Boswellia frereana (Maydi) — Wholesale Frankincense
Boswellia frereana — wholesale supply from Somalia
Maydi is a frankincense of northern Somalia — pale, citrus-bright and low in bitterness. Because Boswellia frereana contains little to no boswellic acid, its resin is close to a pure oleo-resin: it tends to melt cleanly, burn with relatively little soot, and is valued for essential-oil distillation. It is used in perfumery, distillation and premium retail.
| Botanical name | Boswellia frereana |
| Region of origin | Cal Madow & Golis highlands, Bari & Sanaag, northern Somalia |
| Appearance | Pale ivory to golden translucent tears, roughly 10–50 mm |
| Aroma profile | Fresh, lemon-pine and balsamic; a comparatively clean burn |
| Harvest season | Typically two dry-season tapping windows per year |
| HS code | 1301.90 — natural gums, resins & oleoresins |
| Country of origin | Somalia |
Grades & sizes
Available grades
| Grade A — Mushaad | Larger whole tears, pale & translucent — targeted for fine fragrance & premium retail |
| Grade B — Mujarwal | Medium whole & broken tears — essential oil & general use |
| Grade C — Siftings | Small tears & granules — distillation & industrial use |
Natural resin varies by origin, harvest period and lot. Values shown are indicative Horn Resins target specifications and do not replace the agreed lot specification or Certificate of Analysis.
Applications
Typical uses
Maydi is used in perfumery for incense and citrus-resin accords, by distillers as a feedstock associated with high oil yield, and in premium retail as whole tears for chewing resin and artisan incense. Lower grades are typically directed to distillation and industrial applications.
Commercial terms
| Packaging | Food-grade liners inside woven PP or jute sacks; common formats include 25 kg, with other sizes by agreement |
| Minimum order | Minimum order quantities vary by product, grade, packaging and destination — our export team confirms current terms on enquiry. |
| Lead time | Lead times depend on current stock, required grading, packaging and shipping destination, and are confirmed before an order is placed. |
| Incoterms | FOB, CIF or DAP by agreement (Incoterms 2020) |
| Payment terms | Payment terms are agreed individually based on order value, destination, documentation requirements and the commercial relationship. |
| Samples | Available from current stock with lot information |
Buyer questions
Maydi — frequently asked
What is Maydi frankincense?
Maydi is the Somali trade name for Boswellia frereana, a frankincense that grows mainly in the highlands of northern Somalia. It is valued for its pale colour, clean citrus-pine aroma and reputation for high essential-oil yield.
How is Boswellia frereana different from Boswellia carterii?
B. frereana (Maydi) contains little to no boswellic acid and tends to give a cleaner, more citrus-forward profile, while B. carterii (Beeyo) contains boswellic acids and is often chosen where those compounds matter, such as extracts and wellness products.
What grades and sizes are available?
We sort Maydi into three indicative grades — Mushaad (A), Mujarwal (B) and siftings (C) — by tear size, colour and clarity. Exact tolerances are confirmed per lot and in the commercial agreement.
What is the minimum order quantity?
Minimum order quantities vary by grade, packaging and destination. Our export team confirms current terms on enquiry.
Can I get a sample before ordering?
Yes. We can provide representative samples from available stock, with lot information, so you can evaluate before committing.
What documentation is available?
Available shipment documentation is confirmed during quotation and depends on the product, origin, destination and buyer requirements. Lot-specific analysis and supporting documentation can be arranged as part of the commercial agreement.
Related reading
See our guide to Boswellia frereana vs carterii, learn how frankincense is graded, review our frankincense grading and documentation, or read about our sustainable frankincense sourcing.
Request Maydi specifications & samples
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