The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is leading a transformative shift by developing premium fragrance products derived from Indonesia's indigenous botanical resources. Through the Applied Botany Research Center, BRIN has successfully created high-end perfumes and skincare serums utilizing local commodities like frankincense, camphor, and cloves. This initiative aims to elevate Indonesia's position from a raw material exporter to a producer of sophisticated, high-value derivative products for the global market. By integrating advanced technology with natural wealth, these innovations demonstrate the immense economic potential of Indonesia’s biodiversity in the international cosmetic and fragrance industries.

Furthermore, the development of "Styrax" and "Kafura" perfumes represents a strategic move to capture the luxury market in Europe and the Middle East. These bio-based innovations not only offer unique aromatic profiles but also provide therapeutic benefits, catering to the growing global demand for natural and healthy lifestyle products. BRIN is also prioritizing the conservation of essential tree species to ensure a sustainable supply chain for these high-demand industrial raw materials. Ultimately, this effort serves as a call for domestic industries to reduce import dependency and take pride in Indonesia's superior natural ingredients that compete on a global scale.
Source: https://www.brin.go.id/news/126973/brin-ciptakan-parfum-kemenyan-hingga-parfum-cengkeh-inovasi-berbasis-tanaman-asli-nusantara