What are the FOB price tiers for this lemongrass oil?
FOB pricing is tiered by volume and grade. As an indication: sample lots (100 g-1 kg) carry the highest per-kg price; small production (1-25 kg) runs about 70-80% of the sample price; mid-size drums (25-180 kg) 60-70%; and bulk (500 kg-5 t annual contracts) about 50-60% of the sample unit price. Rectified, SFE-CO2/SFME and organic grades add premiums on the same tier.
FOB Tier Structure (indicative)
| Tier | Volume | Relative price |
|---|---|---|
| Sample | 100 g - 1 kg | Reference (highest per kg) |
| Small production | 1 - 25 kg | ~70 - 80% of sample |
| Mid-size drums | 25 - 180 kg | ~60 - 70% of sample |
| Bulk / annual contract | 500 kg - 5 t | ~50 - 60% of sample |
| Premium add-ons | Any tier | Rectified, SFE-CO2/SFME, organic: extra per grade |
- Reference FOB bands by grade (2024-2026): Guangxi DB45 USD 14-22/kg; East Indian ISO USD 16-28/kg; West Indian FCC USD 18-32/kg; organic USD 35-70/kg
- Quotes are always grade-based with the citral assay stated, so tier comparisons stay like-for-like
- Freight (FOB means buyer pays shipping) and insurance are quoted separately; CIF/CFR/DDP are available on request
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This article was published on 2026-09-07, and last updated on 2026-09-07. The article will be continuously updated.
