Transforming Cacao Husks into World's First Incense: A Sustainable Initiative

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We produced "Cocoa Husk Incense" for VANILLABEANS, a craft chocolate specialty store from Yokohama.

Cacao husk is the outer skin of the "cocoa bean" that is the raw material for chocolate. It is often discarded during the chocolate manufacturing process. It would be a regrettable to throw away the mellow fragrance of cacao husk. We took on the challenge of creating a fragrance ingredient that would preserve the aroma of cacao while taking advantage of the roasted flavor of cacao husk, which is not a traditional ingredient in incense. We have now successfully commercialized the world's first* "cocoa husk incense" by upcycling this material into incense.

**A global survey conducted by Stella Associates on August 28, 2024

Product name: Cacao husk incense

Price: 2,200 yen (tax included)

This upcycled husk product contains theobromine, which reduces stress and enhances relaxation. Enjoy a relaxing, sweet, and soft scent reminiscent of chocolate.

Contents: 15 sticks per box
Main ingredients: Sandalwood, cinnamon, cloves, patchouli leaves benzoin, borneol, vanillin, cocoa husk powder, cocoa oil
Burn time: Approximately 30 minutes
Fragrance silage: Approximately 30 to 60 minutes *Depending on the size and structure of the space

Available at VANILLABEANS Official Online Shop

Related Links
- Press release: [World's first] A sustainable fragrance experience. Incense brand Bridge and Blend, which delivers the scent of the Heian period, produces "cocoa husk incense" for VANILLABEANS, a craft chocolate specialty store from Yokohama