Cumin Oil (Cuminum cyminum)
Common Name: Cumin Seed Oil
CAS: 8014-13-9
FEMA: 2343
HS CODE: 330129
100% NATURAL
Common Name: Cumin Seed Oil
| Botanical Name | Cuminum cyminum |
|---|---|
| Extraction Method | Steam Distillation |
| Part Used | Dried Seeds |
| Origin | India |
| Grades | Food / Flavour / Cosmetic / Aromatherapy |
| Appearance | Clear to pale yellow liquid |
|---|---|
| Odour | Warm, spicy, characteristic cumin |
| Taste | Warm, spicy |
| Solubility | Soluble in alcohol; insoluble in water |
| Specific Gravity @ 25°C | 0.900 – 0.940 |
|---|---|
| Refractive Index @ 20°C | 1.500 – 1.520 |
| Optical Rotation | +10° to +40° |
| Flash Point | > 60°C |
| Acid Value | ≤ 3.0 mg KOH/g |
Cuminaldehyde: 30 – 45%
γ-Terpinene: 10 – 20%
p-Cymene: 10 – 20%
*Natural variation may occur due to origin and harvest.
Typical Analysis (Batch: CMO/2026/01)
| Test Parameter | Specification | Typical Result |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear pale yellow liquid | Conforms |
| Odour | Warm spicy cumin | Conforms |
| Specific Gravity @ 25°C | 0.900 – 0.940 | 0.923 |
| Refractive Index @ 20°C | 1.500 – 1.520 | 1.508 |
| Optical Rotation | +10° to +40° | +22.6° |
| Cuminaldehyde Content | 30 – 45% | 36.8% |
| Acid Value | ≤ 3.0 | 1.4 |
| Solubility in Alcohol | Clear | Conforms |
| Heavy Metals | < 10 ppm | Conforms |
| Microbial Count | Nil | Conforms |
Conclusion: The tested batch conforms to internal quality standards and is suitable for food, flavour, cosmetic, aromatherapy, and industrial applications.