**CITES gaharu export means Aquilaria (gaharu) can only leave Indonesia legally with a CITES Appendix II export permit backed by proof of legal origin — a BKSDA recommendation for wild material and KLHK documentation for cultivated stock. Permits stay valid up to about six months. Gaharu Export sources CITES-compliant plantation supply; we are a broker and info hub, not a permit authority.**
Aquilaria spp. — the tree that produces gaharu (agarwood), gubal, and kemedangan — sits on CITES Appendix II. Under 2023-2025 guidance, that single fact governs every legal shipment: no permit, no lawful export. This page maps the documents, the realistic timeline, and indicative pricing, then routes serious buyers to our trade desk. Always confirm the current rules with the CITES Management Authority (Otoritas Pengelola CITES) in Indonesia and with your own import country before you commit.
What does a CITES permit for gaharu actually require?
A compliant export file is a chain of proof. Indonesian authorities want to see where the wood came from, that the harvest was legal, and that the exporter is a recognised trade member. For wild-sourced material the burden is heavier; plantation (budidaya) stock is simpler but still permit-bound.
| Requirement | What it proves | Typical timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Legal-origin proof via KLHK (cultivated vs wild) | Source is lawful, not stripped from protected forest | Prepared before permit filing |
| BKSDA recommendation (Balai Konservasi Sumber Daya Alam) | Required for wild sources; verifies harvest legality | Days to weeks, region-dependent |
| ASGARIN membership | Exporter is a registered gaharu-trade body member | One-time, then annual |
| CITES export permit | The core Appendix II authorisation to ship | Up to ~60 days for some destinations |
| Import-country clearance | Destination accepts the CITES paperwork | Runs parallel; set by buyer’s authority |
The CITES permit itself is valid up to about six months once issued, so timing the harvest, grading, and booking against that window matters. Central Kalimantan alone received an export quota of 4,000 tons in 2023, which shows the trade is sizeable but quota-controlled — supply is not unlimited, and permits are tied to declared volumes.
How much does CITES-compliant gaharu cost?
Pricing is grade-driven, never a single sticker. Our canonical band, as of 2026 and indicative only, is plantation gaharu chips USD 500-7,000/kg (grade-dependent) and oud/agarwood oil USD 30,000-80,000/kg. The final quote confirms grade and scope. The table below pairs common export options with lead time and CITES status.
| Product option | Indicative price (as of 2026) | CITES status & lead time |
|---|---|---|
| Plantation chips (kemedangan to TG-B) | USD 500-7,000/kg, grade-dependent | Appendix II permit required; permit valid up to ~6 months |
| Export-grade chips (AB Super, A Super) | AB Super ~USD 5,469/kg; A Super ~USD 27,344/kg (zonakeren, July 2025) | Legal-origin docs + permit; processing up to ~60 days some markets |
| Top export grades (Super/Double King) | Super King ~USD 42,969/kg; Double King ~USD 54,688/kg (zonakeren, July 2025) | Full documentation; limited quota, longer lead time |
| Oud / agarwood oil | USD 30,000-80,000/kg | Appendix II; permit plus import-country clearance |
For context on the top of the market, CNBC Indonesia in 2022 cited up to USD 100,000/kg for the very finest quality, and its 2025 coverage put high-quality gaharu up to around Rp 133 million/kg internationally. These are outliers, not the working band most buyers transact in. Treat all figures as indicative and subject to change.
How does CITES-compliant sourcing work with us?
We run a plantation-first sourcing process and arrange permit-track material via vetted licensed partners. We never sell permit certainty or a customs guarantee — that authority rests with the government, not a broker.
- Brief us. Send target grade, volume, destination country, and end use (chips, gubal, or oud oil).
- Origin match. We match your spec to plantation supply from documented regions such as Kalimantan, Papua, Ambon, or Sumbawa, with legal-origin paperwork in view.
- Grade and quote. Samples are graded on resin, sinking, and aroma; you receive an indicative quote confirming grade and scope.
- Permit pathway. Our licensed partners progress KLHK legal-origin proof, any BKSDA recommendation, ASGARIN membership, and the CITES export permit.
- Import-side check. You confirm your country’s CITES import requirements in parallel, so both ends clear together.
- Ship and reconcile. Cargo moves against the valid permit window; documents travel with the goods.
What will your import country require?
A CITES export permit is only half the chain. Most destinations demand a matching CITES import permit or acceptance of the Indonesian export permit, plus their own customs and phytosanitary steps. Gulf buyers (for oud and bakhoor) and China — which held roughly 22.4% of the global market in 2024-2025 reports — each apply their own paperwork. The rule is constant: verify current requirements with the CITES Management Authority in Indonesia and with your import country’s authority before shipping. Requirements shift, and only the authorities can confirm them.
Talk to the Bali Premium Trip trade desk
Ready to source CITES-compliant gaharu, or need clarity on the permit pathway before you buy? Our concierge routes your enquiry to vetted licensed partners for the regulated steps and returns an indicative, grade-confirmed quote.
- WhatsApp: 6281128590000
- Email: sales@balipremiumtrip.com
- Response SLA: within 24 business hours
We are a sourcing broker and information hub — not a permit authority, and not a licensed legal or customs adviser. Legal export requires a CITES permit and a BKSDA recommendation; confirm current requirements with the CITES Management Authority (Indonesia) and your import country.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a CITES permit mandatory to export gaharu from Indonesia?
Yes. Aquilaria spp. is listed on CITES Appendix II, so any lawful gaharu export needs a CITES export permit plus proof of legal origin. There is no compliant route around it. Confirm the current process with the CITES Management Authority (Indonesia) before you buy or ship, because requirements are periodically updated.
How long is a CITES gaharu export permit valid?
A CITES export permit is generally valid up to about six months from issue, and processing can take up to roughly 60 days for some destinations under 2023-2025 guidance. Plan harvest, grading, and shipping inside that window. We do not issue permits; our vetted licensed partners handle the permit-track steps.
Does plantation-grown gaharu still need a CITES permit?
Yes. Cultivated (budidaya) gaharu still needs a CITES export permit, though the legal-origin proof is usually simpler than for wild material and does not require the wild-source BKSDA recommendation. KLHK documentation must still show the stock is lawfully cultivated. Plantation-first is our default because it is cleaner to document and export.
Can Gaharu Export issue my CITES permit or guarantee customs?
No. We are a sourcing broker and information hub, not a permit authority. We arrange permit-track supply via vetted licensed partners and never sell permit certainty or a customs guarantee. The CITES Management Authority (Indonesia) issues permits; your import country’s authority controls clearance on arrival.