Ajwain Oil (Trachyspermum ammi)
Also known as Ajowan Oil / Bishop’s Weed Oil
CAS: 8006-75-5
FEMA: 2228
HS CODE: 330129
100% NATURAL
Also known as Ajowan Oil / Bishop’s Weed Oil
| Botanical Name | Trachyspermum ammi |
|---|---|
| Extraction Method | Steam Distillation |
| Part Used | Dried Seeds (Fruits) |
| Origin | India |
| Grades | Food / Flavour / Pharmaceutical / Cosmetic |
| Appearance | Clear to pale yellow liquid |
|---|---|
| Odour | Strong, spicy, thyme-like, pungent |
| Taste | Hot, pungent |
| Solubility | Soluble in alcohol; insoluble in water |
| Specific Gravity @ 25°C | 0.900 – 0.940 |
|---|---|
| Refractive Index @ 20°C | 1.490 – 1.520 |
| Optical Rotation | +1° to +5° |
| Acid Value | ≤ 3.0 mg KOH/g |
| Flash Point | > 60°C |
| Residue on Evaporation | ≤ 5.0% |
Thymol: 35% – 55%
p-Cymene: 20% – 35%
γ-Terpinene: 10% – 20%
β-Pinene: ≤ 3%
Typical Batch - specific COA is supplied with every shipment.
| Test Parameter | Specification | Typical Result |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear pale yellow liquid | Conforms |
| Odour | Strong spicy, thyme-like | Conforms |
| Specific Gravity @ 25°C | 0.900 – 0.940 | 0.918 |
| Refractive Index @ 20°C | 1.490 – 1.520 | 1.504 |
| Optical Rotation | +1° to +5° | +2.8° |
| Thymol Content | 35 – 55% | 42.6% |
| Acid Value | ≤ 3.0 | 1.5 |
| Solubility in Alcohol | Clear | Conforms |
| Heavy Metals | < 10 ppm | Conforms |
| Microbial Count | Nil | Conforms |
Conclusion: The above batch conforms to internal quality standards and is suitable for Food, Flavour, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetic, and Aromatherapy applications.
Broadly used in digestive aids and as a powerful antiseptic in respiratory formulations.
Provides pungent, spicy notes for specialized food processing and savory preparations.
Incorporated into soaps and dental care products for its high thymol content.