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Manila Gum Elemi

Derived from the Arabic phrase "Al-lami," "Elemi" refers to a collective term for the variety of oleoresins extracted from several Burseraceae family plants. Manila Gum Elemi is one of these oleoresins that is most well-known and widely used.

To acquire this oleoresin, careful tapping is done in trunk of Canarium luzonicum by experienced locals and farmers. When the aromatic oleoresin is exposed to air and sunlight, it hardens from the clear, pale liquid that emerges from the bark. The tree is is locally known as "Pili" tree. The Philippine archipelago is the natural habitat of this tree. Thus, this endemic specie is only located in the Philippines.

Another name for the oleoresin in Spanish is "brea blanca," (white pitch), or and by its Philippine name "Sahing" . It is composed of 12–30% resin. Manila Gum Elemi is a fragrant pale, white and yellow aromatic resin with a honey-like viscosity and a scent of lemon and pine. Some Elemi oleoresins get quite hard, while others stay soft. Usually, it is offered for sale as a 40 - 44 kg block. Steam distillation of Manila Elemi yields an aromatic essential oil.

FRAGRANCE INDUSTRY - Elemi is a fragrance ingredient in perfumes.
PERSONAL CARE- Elemi is a scent found in soaps and cosmetics.
FOOD INDUSTRY-Elemi is a flavoring used in food and drink.
PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY - Elemi is a herbal remedy used in plasters and ointments to treat respiratory ailments like bronchitis, coughs, and catarrh, as well as wounds, scars, and aging skin. It's also thought to have some anti-stress qualities.
INCENSE INDUSTRY - Elemi is an aromatic component found in incense.
WOOD TREATMENT INDUSTRY - Elemi is an ingredient in lacquers and varnishes that gives a resilient and flexible layer.
PRINTING & PACKAGING INDUSTRY - Elemi is used in lithography and ink production by the printing industry.
ADHESIVE INDUSTRY - Cements and adhesives are made with elemi.
MEDICAL - It is used to relieve coughs, upset stomachs, and other ailments. (More evidence is needed to rate the effectiveness of elemi for these uses)