Dried Sandalwood Sticks Tan Xiang 500g Natural White Sandalwood Aromatic Herb

Dried Sandalwood Sticks, known in TCM as Tan Xiang (檀香), from Santalum album heartwood. These whole dried wood pieces are air-dried to preserve their natural form. In TCM theory, sandalwood is warm in nature with a pungent flavor and is traditionally associated with moving qi and harmonizing the middle. Traditionally used in herbal decoctions and aromatic blends, it is also valued for its rich, sweet fragrance. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried sandalwood heartwood sticks in natural unprocessed form
• Botanical source Santalum album known in TCM as Tan Xiang 檀香
• Traditionally associated with regulating qi and calming the spirit in TCM practice
• Air-dried processing preserves the natural aromatic oils of the wood
• Suitable for decoctions, aromatic blends, and traditional herbal preparations

Quality & Sensory

The sticks typically show a pale yellow to light golden-brown heartwood with a dense, fine-grained texture. They carry a rich, sweet, woody aroma that intensifies when cut or warmed. When decocted, the resulting liquid typically has a mild, warm, balsamic taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in traditional herbal decoctions
• Added to aromatic herbal blends for fragrance
• Used in traditional incense and sachet preparations
• Incorporated into seasonal herbal formulas

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Tan Xiang is traditionally used to move qi and relieve chest and abdominal discomfort, often paired with herbs such as Dan Shen in classic formulas. It has also long been burned as incense in temples and homes for its calming fragrance. In folk use, small pieces are added to decoctions or ground for aromatic preparations.

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