Assam has dispatched its first legally approved consignment of agarwood chips worth ₹2.35 crore to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, officials confirmed.

Agarwood, also known as Oud, is among the world’s most prized aromatic raw materials, widely used in luxury perfumes, incense, cosmetics, and traditional products across the Gulf, Europe, and Southeast Asia. The All Assam Agarwood Planters and Traders Association described the shipment as a “significant milestone” for the state’s agro-forest economy, noting that it opens new opportunities for an industry with vast global demand and strong revenue potential.

The consignment included 100 kilograms of agarwood chips bound for Saudi Arabia and 12 kilograms for the UAE, dispatched from the cargo terminal of Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport on Wednesday. Officials emphasized that the export followed all statutory clearances.

Association chairman Jehirul Islam highlighted that the achievement was the culmination of years of research, policy advocacy, farmer engagement, plantation development, processing innovation, and compliance with international standards. Assam-grown agarwood is particularly valued for its superior quality, rich aroma, and high oil content, giving the state a competitive edge in global markets.