Amber Fragrance Oil
Eau de Parfum
Nemat International
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Nemat International
Indian heritage perfume oils and attars in simple, wearable roll-on formats.
About Nemat International
Nemat International is a family-run perfume house rooted in the Attarwala family's long involvement with traditional Indian attars. The family traces its perfumery heritage back over 160 years to rose fields near Udaipur, India, where earlier generations began producing attars and essential oils. The modern Nemat business was established by Ismail M. Attarwala, who moved core operations from India to North America and began selling Nemat International products in the United States and Canada in 1991.
The company focuses on perfume oils, Indian attars, and related aromatic products, emphasizing vegan, cruelty free formulas that have historically been used for both religious practices and personal fragrance. Nemat International manufactures and distributes perfume oils, natural perfumes, essential oils, and fragrance components used in incense, candles, and soaps, and also supplies decorative perfume bottles and roll-on packaging. The brand has expanded from wholesale distribution into broader retail channels, with its oils and roll-ons now available through natural food stores, specialty boutiques, online retailers, and major beauty chains.
Although production is inspired by Indian perfumery traditions, Nemat International operates today as a U.S.-based business, with a presence in Union City, California and a focus on accessible oil-based scents such as Amber, Vanilla Musk, and Sandalwood sold in compact roll-on formats. Across its range, the brand maintains a consistent positioning around simple compositions, everyday wearability, and the use of non-alcoholic perfume oils.
At a Glance
The Brand
Founded
1991
Founder
Ismail M. Attarwala
Country
United States
Category
Indie
Scent Personality
Worth It?
Scent DNA
Amber
musk
woody
floral
- Nemat International leans heavily on clean amber, musk, and soft woody accords rendered in oil format, which gives most scents a smooth, close-to-skin character
- The compositions are usually straightforward and linear, making them easy to layer or wear as a subtle personal scent rather than a room-filling statement
- Many releases favor comfort notes like vanilla, sandalwood, and white musk over complex pyramids
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Typical Performance
Longevity
Moderate
Projection
Soft
Positioning
A indie, mid house known for amber compositions.
How It Compares
- → Similar accessibility to The Body Shop
- → Simpler and softer than Le Labo
- → More oil-focused than Demeter Fragrance Library
- → Less daring than Byredo
Who It's For
Best For
- Everyday casual wear
- Office and close-quarters settings
- Layering with other perfumes
- Beginner fragrance users
- Religious or meditative use of oils
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- Very easy to wear, non-challenging profiles
- Oil format that works well for layering and sensitive skin
- Good availability through mainstream and niche retailers
- Clear focus on vegan and cruelty free formulations
Weaknesses
- Mostly soft projection that may feel underwhelming to enthusiasts
- Simple structures can lack complexity and development
- Oil format is less convenient for those who prefer sprays
Brand Evolution
Nemat International began as a wholesale-focused supplier of attars, perfume oils, and fragrance materials rooted in Indian traditions. Over time, the brand has shifted toward consumer-facing products, particularly compact roll-on oils marketed through health food chains, beauty retailers, and online platforms. The recent push into larger retailers has coincided with clearer messaging around vegan, cruelty free, and alcohol free formulations, positioning the line as an accessible option for consumers interested in oil-based fragrance rather than conventional sprays.
Quick Verdict
A solid choice if you want gentle, affordable oil-based scents with Indian roots and minimal fuss. Fragrance obsessives seeking complexity or strong projection may find the line too subtle and straightforward.
