Indonesia Exports 32 Metric Tons of Batu Damar Resin to India
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- PT Perusahaan Perdagangan Indonesia (PPI) has exported 32 metric tons of Batu Damar (Resin) to India.
- This export highlights the strong international demand and high quality of Indonesian Batu Damar.
- The company aims to strengthen its role in national trade and boost the national economy through increased exports.
PT Perusahaan Perdagangan Indonesia (PPI) has successfully expanded its global market reach by exporting 32 metric tons of Batu Damar (Resin) to India, marking a significant achievement in promoting Indonesian natural resources. This export consignment, dispatched from Tanjung Priok Port, underscores the robust international demand and the superior quality of Indonesian Batu Damar, a valuable non-timber forest product. Ira Berlianty Aziz, Head of Corporate Secretariat and TJSL at PPI, emphasized that this successful shipment demonstrates the high market interest in the commodity. Batu Damar's versatility, with applications ranging from the food industry to cosmetics and other raw materials, positions it as a commodity with immense potential for further development. This export initiative is a testament to PPI's commitment to bolstering its role in national trade and contributing to the growth of the national economy through enhanced export performance. It is part of a consistent effort by the company to promote Batu Damar exports, following previous shipments of Gum Damar ABX and Gum Damar Dust in February 2026. PPI ensures that the entire export process, from procurement to distribution, is optimized to maintain product quality that meets international standards. Beyond its economic significance, this export activity positively impacts local stakeholders, including farmers and collectors, fostering an inclusive trade ecosystem. From an Indonesian perspective, this export is more than just a trade transaction; it is a validation of the quality of our natural resources and a step towards greater economic self-reliance and global competitiveness.
This export shows the high demand in the international market for Indonesian Batu Damar.
Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.