Aurashine Essentials Private Limited is a global leader in the sourcing, manufacturing, and the supply of natural essential oils and aromatic ingredients.
Aurashine Essentials Private Limited is a global leader in the sourcing, manufacturing, and supply of natural essential oils and aromatic ingredients. Formerly known as Aditi International, founded by our CEO, Bharat Shetty in 1997, Aurashine has been driven by a singular vision — to redefine excellence in the world of natural ingredients through quality, integrity, and innovation.
What began as a small initiative rooted in conviction has evolved into a trusted international enterprise serving clients across fragrance, flavor, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and traditional medicine industries.
For over three decades, Aurashine has built enduring relationships with partners worldwide by combining deep technical expertise, sustainable sourcing, and a customer-first approach. Our success lies in our ability to understand our clients’ requirements, deliver tailor-made natural solutions, and consistently exceed expectations.
Uniting innovation, sustainability, and nature to drive inclusive global growth, with a clear ambition to rank among the world’s top 10 essential oil manufacturers by 2027 through uncompromising quality, responsible sourcing, and trusted partnerships.
Heritage in
Sandalwood
Aurashine’s story is deeply intertwined with Sandalwood. From our earliest years, we have been closely associated with East Indian and African Sandalwood, trading in pure Sandalwood Oil, Logs, Powder, and Chips.
Our expertise in Sandalwood established our foundation in the global essential oil market and became a benchmark for quality and authenticity. Over time, we expanded our product portfolio to include a comprehensive range of exotic and rare essential oils sourced from across Australia, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Fiji, Africa, Hawaii, and New Caledonia.
Today, Aurashine Essentials stands among the foremost suppliers of premium natural ingredients, recognized for reliability, traceability, and ethical sourcing.
Commitment
to Sustainability
Sustainability is at the core of who we are. At Aurashine, we believe that true progress is only achieved when it benefits both people and the planet. Our operations are guided by a philosophy of responsible growth, ensuring every step of our value chain supports environmental balance and community development.
Our initiative in Citronella cultivation in Sri Lanka exemplifies this commitment. The project empowers a network of over 35 farmers and their families, providing livelihoods, technical guidance, and sustainable agricultural opportunities. We aim to replicate this success across other geographies, expanding our positive impact on rural communities.
Research, Collaboration
& Innovation
Aurashine actively collaborates with universities, research institutions, and global trade bodies to advance innovation in natural ingredient cultivation and processing.
We are proud members of the International Federation of Essential Oils and Aroma Trades (IFEAT) and the Essential Oil Association of India (EOAI). Through these partnerships, we contribute to global conversations on sustainable sourcing, quality standards, and scientific advancements in the essential oil industry.
Our research initiatives focus on developing improved plant species, refining extraction technologies, and enhancing sustainable farming practices — ensuring that our products meet the highest international standards of purity and performance.
AuraChem
Aura Chem is the dedicated aroma chemical ingredient division of Aurashine Essentials, established to design, develop, and deliver world-class aroma molecules for the global fragrance and flavor industries.
AuraLab
Our in-house NABL-accredited laboratory (ISO/IEC 17025:2017) stands as a testament to our commitment to precision, authenticity, and global quality standards.
ISSHO
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Bharat Shetty
For Bharat Shetty, the journey into the world of natural ingredients began with a deep curiosity for both science and nature. Trained as a chemical engineer at Manipal Institute of Technology, he built his foundation understanding the technical intricacies of extraction and formulation. Over time, this evolved into a lifelong commitment to the craft of essential oils and natural aromatics.
With over 25 years of experience in the industry, he has worked closely with distillers, farmers, and global partners, gaining a nuanced understanding of how ingredients are shaped not just by process, but by origin, climate, and care. His approach has always been rooted in authenticity—valuing long-term relationships, ethical sourcing, and respect for the communities behind each raw material.
The vision for Aurashine Essentials was born from this philosophy: to create a company that bridges traditional knowledge with modern industry needs, while staying grounded in integrity. Under his leadership, Aurashine has grown into a trusted partner for natural ingredients, known for its commitment to quality, transparency, and responsible sourcing.