Basil Oil

Indian basil oil is exported mainly as essential oil, valued for its aromatic profile and wide use in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and aromatherapy.

Key Exported Basil Oil Varieties

  • Indian Basil Oil (Methyl Chavicol Type): The dominant export variety, known for high methyl chavicol content and a sweet, spicy aroma.

  • Sweet Basil Oil (Ocimum basilicum): Widely traded for fragrance and flavor applications, with balanced linalool content.

  • Holy Basil Oil (Tulsi OilĀ  – Ocimum sanctum/tenuiflorum): Exported for therapeutic and wellness applications.

  • Basil Linalool Type: A specific chemotype preferred in perfumery and personal care formulations.

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Basil Oil is a natural essential oil extracted from carefully selected basil leaves (Ocimum basilicum). It delivers a fresh, sweet, and slightly spicy aroma with aromatic and herbaceous notes. Therefore, it suits a wide range of culinary, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications. Producers extract this oil through controlled steam distillation, which preserves natural aromatic compounds and flavor constituents. As a result, the oil maintains purity, potency, and consistent quality.

Food manufacturers and chefs actively use this oil to enhance sauces, soups, salads, spice blends, beverages, and ready-to-eat foods. Moreover, its concentrated nature allows precise control over aroma and flavor intensity. This ensures uniform taste and fragrance across batches. Additionally, the oil blends seamlessly with other spice oils and extracts, supporting balanced and aromatic formulations.

Basil oil performs reliably during storage and transportation when handled under suitable conditions. Furthermore, it retains its fresh aroma and herbaceous flavor over time. Consequently, it supports bulk handling, large-scale production, and export requirements. The oil also finds application in aromatherapy, personal care, and wellness products due to its soothing and refreshing properties.

In addition, basil oil offers excellent stability and versatility. With its smooth aroma, fresh flavor, and dependable performance, this oil continues to play an essential role in modern food formulations, spice oil blends, and industrial applications worldwide.

HSN Code: 33012590
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum

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