What Is Agarwood? The Complete B2B Guide to Oud Oil, Raw Trunks, and Applications

Agarwood, commonly known as oud, gaharu, or aloeswood is a rare and aromatic heartwood from Aquilaria trees that’s revered across fragrance, wellness, and luxury industries for its complex aroma and cultural heritage.

What Is Agarwood?

Agarwood forms when Aquilaria trees become resinous after fungus infection or deliberate inoculation, producing a dark, fragrant heartwood found in only a small percentage of trees in the wild. This rarity drives its premium value globally.

Agarwood Trunk Uses for B2B Buyers

Agarwood trunks serve multiple high-value B2B purposes:

Incense & Rituals: Used in ceremonies and wellness settings for their rich aroma.
Art & Artisanal Products: Crafted into prayer beads, carvings, and decorative items that retain scent over time.
Perfume & Distillation: Essential raw material for extracting oud oil in luxury fragrances.

At DAAS, we offer sustainably sourced agarwood trunks tailored to each use case, ensuring authentic quality for artisanal, wellness, and manufacturing partners.

Oud Oil Applications

Oud oil, distilled from agarwood, stands among the most coveted natural oils globally with diverse applications:

Luxury Fragrance Base: A staple in niche and high-end perfume compositions.
Aromatherapy & Wellness: Appreciated for its calming and grounding aroma profile.
Cosmetic & Skincare: Incorporated for its exotic scent and perceived functional benefits.
Cultural Ceremonies: Used in rituals and traditional practices globally.

The global market for agarwood essential oil was valued at approximately USD 140.9 million in 2024 and is forecasted to grow to USD 224.6 million by 2034, reflecting a CAGR of 4.7%.

Why B2B Buyers Choose DAAS

At DAAS, we deliver value across the supply chain:

Sustainability: Ethically managed plantations prevent overharvesting of wild trees.
Full-Chain Supply: From trunks to refined oud oil, adapted to your application.
Transparency: Traceable sourcing ensures quality and client trust.
Global Logistics: Expertise in delivering secure and compliant exports to your location.

Agarwood offers both timeless allure and strategic business potential. When sourced responsibly and supplied with integrity, it becomes a high-value partner ingredient across industries. DAAS is committed to delivering premium, sustainable agarwood empowering your brand in the global scent and wellness space.