TONKA BEANS
The aromatic essence of the Venezuelan Amazon
Origin: Venezuelan Amazon
The Sarrapia or Tonka Bean is the aromatic, wrinkled seed of the Amazonian tree Dipteryx odorata. At Comercializadora Nenea C.A., we manage this exclusive commodity by bridging the gap between wild-harvested Amazonian sources and the world's most demanding industries.
ONE ORIGIN. TWO CERTIFICATIONS. ONE SHARED COMMITMENT.
We offer EU Organic and FairWild-certified tonka beans, combining quality, traceability and responsible use of the Venezuelan Amazon’s natural resources. The availability and scope of each certification are confirmed for each batch.
EU ORGANIC CERTIFICATION
Our organic certification confirms compliance with the applicable European standards for wild harvesting and the handling of our certified tonka beans. This recognition reinforces our commitment to product traceability.
FAIRWILD CERTIFICATION
FairWild certification recognises our commitment to sustainable wild harvesting, the conservation of natural resources and respect for harvesting communities. Through this standard, we promote responsible sourcing practices and fairer, more transparent trading relationships.
A DISTINCTIVE AROMATIC PROFILE
Tonka beans are known for their complex aromatic profile, combining sweet, warm and balsamic notes that bring depth and character to fragrance compositions.
COUMARIN: AT THE HEART OF ITS AROMA
Coumarin is one of the main compounds responsible for the characteristic aroma of tonka beans. Its complexity can be described through the following notes:
Vanilla
Warm, enveloping sweetness.
Almond
Soft, slightly toasted notes.
Cinnamon and spices
Spicy nuances that add complexity.
Balsamic notes
A warm, long-lasting base.
APLICATIONS
PERFUMERY AND FRAGRANCES
Tonka beans are particularly valued in fine perfumery for their ability to bring warmth, depth and longevity to fragrance compositions.
Their sweet, vanilla-like and balsamic notes make them a versatile ingredient for producing extracts and absolutes for the fragrance industry.
FINE DINING
Used much like nutmeg—grated or infused—to enhance desserts, ice cream and chocolate, as well as savoury dishes such as fish and soups.
TRACEABILITY AND COMMITMENT TO QUALITY
We understand that the quality of a raw material begins long before it reaches our customers’ facilities.
That is why we work to maintain a controlled supply chain, from harvesting areas in the Venezuelan Amazon through to the preparation of batches for export.