Los Angeles, California (July 18, 2003) - Noubikko Corporation's first ylang-ylang harvest has just touched shore for overseas marketing here. It soon will be at hand for retailers and distributors in the US and parts of Europe.

Quality test shall be done to re-affirm its consistency and purity ensuring its competitiveness in the market, company officials say.

The pure high-grade oil, distilled from sun-blossomed flowers of ylang-ylang, is expected to be a good grab for aroma therapy and perfume manufacturers as well as for scented candle, potpourri, personal care and cosmetic product makers.

Noubikko Corporation had formed an agreement with Tech IQ to likewise open up wholesale distribution of its ylang-ylang extract online (www.noubikko.com).

Though originally a native to South East Asian region, ylang-ylang, known for its sweet fragrance and therapeutic properties, had now become one of the most popular essential oils in the world market today. It is widely used as an essential element in the manufacture of many of the products in aroma therapy, perfumery, cosmetics and beauty care.

In conjunction with its pursuits in beauty and fashion, Noubikko Corporation, had invested into ylang-ylang plantation in Asia years back. Nursed in a blend of unique plantation soil components, their ylang-ylang trees yield extraordinary extracts that surely would be a standout in the market, experts observed.

Company officials said they welcome interested wholesale distributors and private labelers, as well.

Wholesale quantity would range from 1 liter up. Typically, ylang-ylang and other essential oils come in 5ml., 10ml., and 15ml. denominations for private label and for sale by retail. (JBJ)