Ajmal Perfumes is a multi-million dollar, family-owned fragrance company with over 70 years of experience, known for blending traditional Eastern scents (especially oud) with contemporary Western perfumery. The company is vertically integrated, with operations spanning from raw material sourcing (including their own agarwood plantations) to manufacturing and global retail.

Company Overview

Founded:
Established in 1951 in Mumbai, India, by the late Haji Ajmal Ali, who transitioned from a rice farmer to a perfumer with a passion for the oud trade.

Headquarters:
The company headquarters are currently based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Leadership:
The business remains family-owned and is currently steered by the second and third generations of the Ajmal family, including CEO Abdulla Ajmal.

Global Presence:
Ajmal has a strong international footprint with over 300 exclusive retail outlets across the GCC and worldwide, exporting products to more than 60 countries. Their products are also available in duty-free locations and on international airlines.

Products and Expertise

Ajmal is known for its wide portfolio of over 300 captivating fragrances, specializing in:

Perfume Oils (Attars):
Highly concentrated, alcohol-free natural oils that are intense and long-lasting, a core part of their heritage.

Oud-based Fragrances:
The brand is particularly famous for its mastery of oud (agarwood), a precious and costly material in perfumery, earning the nickname “The King of Oud” in the Middle East.

Western & Oriental Perfumes:
The company offers a diverse range of olfactory profiles, from traditional Arabic blends to modern floral, citrus, and woody scents.

Other Products:
The product line also includes home fragrances, deodorants, and gift sets.

Mission and Values
Ajmal’s mission is to enrich customer lifestyles through honesty, innovation, and ethical business practices. The company allocates 10% of its net profits to philanthropic activities, including free healthcare and education initiatives through the Ajmal Foundation in India, embodying a “Brand with a Purpose” philosophy.