In Oman, the demand for premium chrysanthemum tea has grown significantly due to an increasing local preference for natural wellness products. However, the extreme arid climate and high temperatures of the region pose severe challenges for the preservation of volatile oils and active pharmacological components in imported herbal slices.
Currently, much of the market relies on basic dried herbs that lack standardized pharmaceutical processing. The absence of localized, high-tech vacuum drying and cold-chain processing means that the efficacy of mum tea is often compromised during transit and storage in the Gulf region.
There is a critical gap in the market for medical-grade fruit flower tea that adheres to strict GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards, which are essential for ensuring that the products are free from pesticides and heavy metals before reaching Omani consumers.