RAW MATERIAL AREA

Tan Lac (Hoa Binh) and Mo Cay Bac (Ben Tre) are two renowned regions in Vietnam for cultivating green-skinned pomelos. With high economic value, green-skinned pomelos are transforming the lives of Vietnamese farmers. As of December 2023, Vietnam has 110,000 hectares of green-skinned pomelo orchards, with Ben Tre having the largest cultivation area of 9,400 hectares. Thanks to favorable climate and soil conditions, green-skinned pomelos in Tan Lac (Hoa Binh) and Mo Cay Bac (Ben Tre) consistently maintain high quality. These are the two main regions that supply high-quality pomelo peels for VIPSEN’s essential oil production.

HARVESTING

The period from planting to the first fruit usually takes 2–3 years. Starting from the fourth year, pomelo trees produce stable yields and uniform fruit quality. From flowering to harvest, the process lasts about 7–8 months, depending on the season, tree age, and growing conditions.

When the fruit ripens, the oil sacs in the peel expand, the peel becomes taut and glossy, and its color changes. Pomelos are harvested in cool weather to preserve their natural aroma and flavor. Although pomelos can bear fruit year-round, the main harvest seasons are typically from August to September and from February to March in the Gregorian calendar.

EXTRACTION OF POMELO PEEL ESSENTIAL OIL

Pomelo peels are collected from juice extraction facilities, pomelo packaging workshops, or local farms where young pomelos are pruned to reserve nutrients for larger fruits. The peels are trimmed to remove the white pith, washed, and then chopped or ground before being used in production. Pomelo peel essential oil is extracted by the steam distillation method.

APPLICATION

Cosmetic Industry: Pomelo peel essential oil finds widespread use in skincare products such as moisturizers, facial cleansers, shampoos, acne treatments, wrinkle reducers, and skin rejuvenators. Particularly, pomelo peel oil strengthens and adds shine to hair.

Food Industry: Pomelo peel essential oil is used in food and beverages to reduce sweet cravings, enhance digestion, and improve appetite.

Pharmaceutical Industry: Pomelo peel oil is applied in pharmaceuticals for its antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties, aiding in wound healing, urinary tract infections, respiratory illnesses, etc.

Aromatherapy: Diffusing pomelo peel oil purifies the air, dispels odors, and promotes mental relaxation.

PACKING, STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION SPECIFICATIONS

Packaging: Pomelo Peel essential oil is packaged in Liters or Kg depending on customer requirements: 1L, 5L, 10L, 30L, 180L/ 1Kg, 5Kg, 10Kg, 30Kg, 180Kg…

Storage: Product is contained in standard HDPE packaging. Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Do not let essential oils fall into your eyes, open wounds, or sensitive skin areas.

Shipping: Domestic: Flexible shipping nationwide by train, car, plane…

Export: Ship/Airplane, Export conditions: FOB/ CIF/Door to door…