Schleichera Oleosa Oil Extraction Plant Setup – Herbal, Medicinal & Industrial Oil Production in India

Set up your Schleichera oleosa oil extraction plant in India and tap into the expanding demand for Kusum seed oil in medicinal, cosmetic, and industrial applications. With access to raw Kusum seeds, we offer full support including land availability, machinery, compliance, and export logistics. This project promotes forest-based oil extraction, herbal oil business, cosmetic oil production, and eco-friendly plant-based oils. Target global natural oil markets, Ayurvedic product manufacturers, and organic cosmetic exporters with certified, high-quality Kusum oil. Ideal for green entrepreneurs, export-focused startups, and natural oil suppliers.

Schleichera oleosa (Kusum Tree) – Business Potential in Natural Oil, Lac Cultivation & Ayurvedic Products

Overview

Schleichera oleosa, commonly known as Kusum Tree, is an important indigenous tree of Bastar and central India. It plays a dual role in the rural economy through its oil-yielding seeds and as a primary host tree for Lac (Kerria lacca) cultivation. Schleichera oleosa seeds are used to extract valuable Schleichera oleosa Oil, which has applications in cosmetics, ayurveda, pharmaceuticals, soaps, and bio-lubricants.

With increasing global focus on natural oils, sustainable lac production, and eco-friendly products, Schleichera oleosa-based businesses have vast market potential.

Business Opportunities Using Schleichera oleosa Tree

1. Schleichera oleosa Oil Extraction Unit

• Cold pressing & solvent extraction of Schleichera oleosa seeds

• Used in hair oils, soaps, massage oils, and traditional medicines

• Organic Schleichera oleosa oil for premium skincare products

2. Lac Cultivation Business

• Schleichera oleosa is the best host tree for high-quality lac production

• Supports tribal livelihoods through scientific lac farming

• Direct link to lac resin, shellac, dye & handicrafts industries

3. Schleichera oleosa Oil-based Soap Manufacturing

• Herbal soaps with anti-bacterial & skin-nourishing properties

• Positioned as an alternative to chemical soaps

4. Ayurvedic Pain Relief Oils & Balms

• Schleichera oleosa oil used in joint pain relief formulations

• Blended with other herbs for massage oils & therapeutic applications

5. Schleichera oleosa Oil as Bio-lubricant

• Eco-friendly lubricant for machinery & agro-industrial use

• Replacing petroleum-based lubricants in niche markets

6. Natural Hair Care Products

• Schleichera oleosa oil used in herbal shampoos, hair growth serums

• Marketed as an anti-dandruff & scalp nourishing agent

7. Schleichera oleosa Seed Cake for Bio-compost

• By-product after oil extraction used as organic manure & soil conditioner

8. Traditional Dye & Lac Product Enhancer

• Schleichera oleosa-based lac products have superior quality & color retention

• Supports handicraft artisans in lac bangle & varnish making

Unit Setup Guide (Schleichera oleosa Oil & Lac Cultivation Business)

1. Raw Material Collection & Supply Chain

• Seed collection from tribal communities during fruiting season

• Scientific lac cultivation promoted on Schleichera oleosa plantations

2. Oil Extraction Process

• Seed drying & cleaning

• Cold press oil extraction machines

• Filtration & storage in food-grade containers

• Packaging for retail & bulk sale

3. Lac Processing Integration

• Using Schleichera oleosa plantations for lac inoculation & harvesting

• Linking with existing lac processing units for seed lac & shellac production

4. Land & Unit Setup Offer

• Assistance in providing land for Schleichera oleosa-based processing units in Bastar

• Support for agro-forestry Schleichera oleosa plantation clusters

5. By-Product Utilization

• Schleichera oleosa seed cake as organic fertilizer

• Lac waste for bio-compost & artisan uses

6. Packaging & Branding

• Eco-friendly, export-compliant packaging

• Branding as “Bastar Tribal Schleichera oleosa Oil & Lac Products”

Export Potential

• Europe, Japan, Gulf & Southeast Asia: High demand for cold-pressed natural oils & lac products

• Organic cosmetic brands seeking Kusum oil for hair & skin formulations

• Industrial buyers for eco-friendly bio-lubricants

• Lac industry depends on Schleichera oleosa -based cultivation for premium quality resin

• Export under HS Code 151590 (Other Fixed Vegetable Oils) and 130190 (Natural Resins & Lac)

Tribal Livelihood & SHG Model

Schleichera oleosa-based business is deeply linked to tribal economy
Promotes SHG formation for seed collection, lac farming & value addition
Empowers rural women through oil extraction & lac product making
Supports sustainable agro-forestry & biodiversity conservation

Required Certifications & Licenses

• FSSAI License (for edible oil products)

• MSME Udyam Registration

• Organic Certification (India Organic, USDA Organic)

• REACH Compliance (for lac & bio-lubricants export)

• Handicrafts Export Promotion Council (EPCH) registration (for lac products)

• Pollution Control NOC (for processing units)

• APEDA Registration (for export facilitation)

Marketing & Global Selling Strategy

• Position Schleichera oleosa oil as “Natural, Tribal-Sourced, Eco-Friendly Oil from Bastar”

• Partner with herbal cosmetics & ayurvedic product companies

• B2B export of Schleichera oleosa oil & lac resin to global buyers

• Retail branding for organic skincare, hair care & wellness market

• Promote eco-friendly lubricants in industrial niche sectors

• Highlight sustainability & tribal livelihood impact in marketing campaigns

Final Business Advantage

Schleichera oleosa (Kusum) is a dual-benefit business model:

1. Profitable Schleichera oleosa Oil processing for cosmetics, ayurveda & industry

2. High-value lac cultivation & processing linked with global demand

It is a sustainable, high-margin, socially impactful business opportunity for Bastar & beyond.

Land Availability & Project Support:

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