Cumin, Black Organic

Cumin, Black

Botanical Name: Nigella sativa

Extraction Method: Cold-Pressed

Processing Type: Refined

Obtained From: Seeds, Egypt

Description: Black Cumin is cultivated throughout Asia, the Middles East, and Africa. The carrier oil has a high amount of A, B, and C Vitamins and minerals including potassium, copper, zinc and selenium.

It blends well with citrus and herbaceous scents in massage blends.

Color: Light amber.

Aromatic Description: Black Cumin Seed Oil has a somewhat nutty, bitter, pungent odor.

Common Uses: Also known as Black Seed Oi, Black Cumin Seed Oil has been used as an all-purpose medicinal oil for centuries in Asia and Middle Eastern countries, especially for skin problems. According to a hadith of Islam, the Prophet Mohammed said, the black granules (kalonji) are the remedy for all diseases except death.

Consistency: Medium viscosity typical of vegetable carrier oils.

Absorption: Absorbs into the skin at an average speed, and leaves slight oily feeling on the skin.

Shelf Life: Users can expect a shelf life of two years with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight). Refrigeration after opening is recommended.

Terms of Use

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CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS ESSENTIAL7

Product: Black Cumin Seed (Egypt) Carrier Oil

Lot No.: 15081-A04 to D04

Best Before: October, 2015 Store in air tight container; in a cool dry area; away from direct sunlight.

Properties Specifications: Results: Appearance: Dark yellow liquid. Complies

Odor: Characteristic Complies

Relative Density: 0.9200- 0.9300 @ 20C Complies

Refractive Index: 1.4700- 1.4800 @ 20C 1.478

Iodine Value: 105-125 Complies

Palmitic Acid: 13- 17%  13..3%