The Market Hook: Luxury Floral on a Budget Ylang-Ylang Extra is $250+/kg. You can't put that in a bar soap or a laundry detergent. But consumers still want that exotic, tropical floral scent. Enter Cananga Oil (Cananga odorata var. macrophylla). Native to Java, it is the hardier, "greener" cousin of Ylang-Ylang. It offers 80% of the Ylang olfactory profile at a fraction of the cost. It is stable in high-pH environments (like soap), making it the workhorse of the functional fragrance industry.
The Sourcing Challenge: "Burned" Notes & Consistency
- Direct Fire Distillation: Traditional Javanese distillation often uses direct fire under the still. This can "burn" the delicate flower petals, resulting in a smoky, tar-like off-note that smells dirty.
- Species Confusion: It is often sold as "Ylang-Ylang III," but true Cananga has a distinct chemical profile (higher Beta-Caryophyllene). Mislabeling causes regulatory headaches for export brands.
The Triefta Solution: Steam Distillation & Volume Capacity
- Indirect Steam: Triefta partners with distillers using indirect steam boilers. This prevents the "burned note." Our Cananga Oil is floral, woody, and green—clean enough for mid-tier perfumery and perfect for soap masking.
- Volume Stability: Java produces the world's largest volume of Cananga. We guarantee metric-ton scalability for large FMCG clients who need consistent supply chains that won't break like niche floral oils.
Application Strategy:
- Natural Bar Soaps: A robust floral scent that survives saponification.
- Laundry Softeners: "Tropical Breeze" scents.
- Industrial Air Care: Long-lasting floral notes for commercial spaces.