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Aomori Hiba

青森ヒバ (Aomori Hiba)

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Why source from Japan

Essential oil from Thujopsis dolabrata, designated as Aomori Prefecture's official tree.

Key spec

INCI Thujopsis Dolabrata Wood Oil; MOQ from 10 ml – 1 L (essential oil).

Typical end-product

Bath additives and bath salts — Japanese-forest aromatherapy bath experience.

At a glance

Suppliers listed
5 suppliers
Typical MOQ
10 ml – 1 L (essential oil)
Typical lead time
2-4 weeks
Regions of origin
Aomori Prefecture
Category
Cosmetic raw materials
Harvest season
Year-round (from sawmill byproducts)
Japan regulatory status
Listed cosmetic ingredient
INCI name
Thujopsis Dolabrata Wood Oil
Japanese name
青森ヒバ
Romaji
Aomori Hiba

About this ingredient

Essential oil from Thujopsis dolabrata, designated as Aomori Prefecture's official tree. Contains ~2% hinokitiol with strong antimicrobial properties.

Regulatory status

JapanListed cosmetic ingredient
EUCosIng listed; IFRA considerations

FAQ for OEM buyers

Q. Where is Aomori hiba sourced from?

Production is centered in Aomori Prefecture, primarily using sawmill byproducts of Thujopsis dolabrata heartwood.

Sources

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Q. What is the typical MOQ?

Essential oil MOQs commonly start at 10 mL (sample) up to 1 L (commercial); larger volumes are available subject to availability.

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Q. Are heartwood and sapwood oils interchangeable?

No — heartwood (akami) generally has higher hinokitiol content than sapwood. Specialty producers often distinguish heartwood-only grades; this should be clarified in the PO.

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Q. Are there fragrance-use restrictions for hiba oil?

Use in fragrance compositions should follow IFRA standards for the relevant constituents and product category. Suppliers typically provide IFRA conformity statements on request.

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Q. Are water-soluble grades available?

Yes — water-soluble nano-emulsion grades (e.g., Nano Hiba Oil) have been developed by Aomori producers to enable use in aqueous cosmetic and household systems.

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Use cases

  • Bath additives and bath salts

    Positioning
    Japanese-forest aromatherapy bath experience
    Formulation notes
    Essential oil dispersed via solubilizer; combine with hinoki for forest accord

    Sources

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  • Room and fabric sprays

    Positioning
    Natural deodorizing and antimicrobial freshening
    Formulation notes
    Water-soluble nano-emulsion grades suit aqueous spray bases

    Sources

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  • Skincare for sensitive skin

    Positioning
    Soothing hiba-anchored skincare
    Formulation notes
    Use within IFRA limits; conduct patch testing on sensitive populations

    Sources

  • Scalp tonics

    Positioning
    Refreshing scalp care with antimicrobial positioning
    Formulation notes
    Common in leave-on tonics; concentration to be set per supplier guidance

    Sources

    • Source dossier (provided)

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Last updated: 2026-04-24

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