Angola Copal-Powder

Angola Copal Powder, for Incense, art and craft fresh ground and sifted in-house

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$8.00 - $144.00

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What does Angola Copal smell like when burned?

Reviewers consistently describe a warm, complex scent with sweet, woody, and citrus notes. Many compare it favorably to other copals, finding it warmer and more comforting, with one noting it resembles an old bookstore. The product description notes a sweet, dry woody/citrus scent wrapped in soft vanilla, with no charred aftertaste.

Does it burn cleanly on charcoal?

Yes. Reviewers report it dissolves completely and burns very cleanly with minimal smoke and no thick smoke afterburn. The product description states it has no charred afternote as some types of Frankincense and Myrrh do.

How fine is the powder consistency?

Reviewers describe it as a very fine powder. The seller grinds and sifts the material in-house, then grinds it again to ensure a consistent, non-clumping texture.

Is this actually powder or larger resin pieces?

Most reviewers describe receiving powder. One noted that resin pieces were larger than expected but good quality; another mentioned the material is extremely hard and requires patience to render into fine powder if needed. The product is sold as a powder, freshly ground in-house.

How does it compare to other copal resins?

Several reviewers who've tried other copals report this Angola variety is warmer, more comforting, and distinctly different—one called it warmer than other copals they've burned. One reviewer noted it hangs more subtly in the background compared to frankincense, and that it's lighter and more subdued, making it good for blends.

Does the unburned powder have a scent?

Yes. One reviewer noted it has a fresh, citrusy smell before burning, similar to a cola drink. The product description states Angola Copal has no scent until burned, though this reviewer's experience suggests there may be a faint scent in the unburned state.

Does it work in wax warmers or electric heaters?

Yes. Reviewers report it works well in electric heaters and wax warmers, melting into a jelly-like substance and releasing a light, ethereal aroma. However, one reviewer noted it doesn't melt gently into a pool and requires smashing into pieces on an electric heater.

Is the powder fresh and high quality?

Yes. Reviewers consistently praise the quality, noting it as excellent and high-grade. The seller grinds only fresh material in-house and does not keep powder long in the studio, ensuring freshness. Multiple reviewers have reordered in larger quantities after being satisfied.

Is this suitable for incense blending or formulation?

Yes. The product description states it can be burned on its own or compounded with other aromatic materials in sticks, cones, pastilles, or loose incense. One reviewer noted its lighter, more subdued aroma makes it particularly good for blends.

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I avoid buying powdered herbs or spices unless I have absolutely no choice. Mainly because I don't know how long they have sat losing their potency, but also because I know unscrupulous suppliers will often use low-grade material or siftings from the bottom of bags they otherwise could not sell. You can hide a lot in a powder... Often reputable retailers who buy powdered material from brokers have no idea how old the powder is and what went into it. You could say when it comes to big business, I have trust issues....

Grinding my own fresh herbs and resins guarantees high-quality material for my work and for my customers.
I use my freshest and best quality resins and only grind as much as I need. Powder never sits around long in the studio. When it is gone, I just grind some more so it is always fresh. I have added a little extra to the price of the whole resin since we grind it, dry the powder and grind it again to produce a consistent and non-clumping powder.

Angola Copal is a clear to golden coloured, translucent, semi-fossilized resin. It is extremely hard, fractures like flint or Obsidian, and has no scent until it is burned. It is collected sustainably from the ground where it fell eons ago.

Derived from Copaifera demeusii and C. mapane trees, it makes a beautiful incense with a sweet, dry woody/citrus scent wrapped in a haze of soft Vanilla. It dissolves completely on the charcoal and has no charred afternote as some types of Frankincense and Myrrh.

The hardness and clarity of Angola Copal make it an excellent material for making high-grade, durable lacquers and varnishes. It dissolves in pure alcohol and Turpentine.

Angola Cop[al Powder can be burned on its own or compounded with other aromatic materials in sticks, cones, pastilles or loose incense.

My partner in acquiring this and other Angolan aromatics is a Canadian Angolan who is dedicated to supporting impoverished rural Angolan communities. He travels to remote areas in the bush and pays the communities a fair price to sustainably collect their traditional aromatic and medicinal materials. He hopes to set up small cottage industries to add value to these natural resources and eventually establish a community based essential oil distillation plant to process aromatic materials and inject more revenue into the local economies.

Angola Copal powder is only available in small quantities in the shop, wholesale inquiries are welcome. Contact me here through Etsy, or at connect@apothecarysgarden.com for a quote on discounted rates for kilograms or tons,

Dan

Materials: oleoresin, Copal, Angola Copal, Copaifera.

Thank you. Great product .

Shipping speed was impressive. Can't wait...

Shipping speed was impressive. Can't wait to try them. Thanks!

Great quality powdered copal. I have been...

Great quality powdered copal. I have been pleased with all purchases from this shop so far

Packaged perfectly, smells amazing.

All of these resins are high quality and e...

All of these resins are high quality and each is amazing.

Haven't used it yet, but packaged well and super fast shipping. I will order from here again!

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