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Cumin Seed Essential Oil

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Product Description

Cumin Seed Essential Oil is steam distilled from cumin seeds. It has a powerful warm, spicy and earthy aroma, used in small amounts.

Used in trace amounts in spicy and oriental perfumes and in soap. Note: cumin oil is phototoxic, so check IFRA limits for leave-on skin products.

INCI Listing: Cuminum Cyminum Seed Oil

Always dilute before use; refer to the IFRA certificate and SDS for maximum use levels.

Frequently asked questions

What does Cumin Seed Essential Oil smell like?

It has a powerful warm, spicy and earthy aroma. It is steam distilled from the seeds of Cuminum cyminum and is of Indian origin.

How is Cumin Seed Essential Oil used?

It is very strong, so perfumers use it in trace amounts in spicy and oriental perfumes and in soap. A little adds warmth and depth to woody, spicy and gourmand accords.

Is Cumin oil phototoxic?

Yes. Cumin oil is phototoxic, so check the IFRA documentation carefully before using it in leave-on skin products. The SDS, IFRA statement and full specification are available on request.

What pack sizes are available?

From 100 ml up to 25 kg, all priced online. For regular volumes, ask us for a bulk quote.

Specifications

INCI NameCuminum Cyminum Seed Oil
Botanical NameCuminum cyminum
Plant PartSeeds
Country of OriginIndia
Extraction MethodSteam distillation
OdourWarm, spicy, earthy
FunctionFragrance, Masking
ApplicationsSpicy and oriental perfumes, Soap making, Gourmand fragrance accords, Rinse-off products
Storage & Shelf LifeStore in full, tightly closed containers in a cool dry place away from heat and sunlight. When stored for more than 24 months, quality should be checked before use.
Dietary & EthicsVegan · Cruelty free

Full specification & documents

Specification, batch CoA, SDS and compliance statements for your QA files, sent by our technical team.

Delivery & Returns

Free UK delivery on orders over £100 (ex VAT). Orders are dispatched from our UK stock.

Bulk waxes and butters (17kg packs and larger) are £6.95 delivery per box to England, Scotland and Wales, or free on orders of £2,000 or more (ex VAT).

For delivery options, timings and charges, see our delivery and shipping information.

For returns, see our refund policy. Buying in drums or pallets? Ask us for a bulk quote.

Product Description

Cumin Seed Essential Oil is steam distilled from cumin seeds. It has a powerful warm, spicy and earthy aroma, used in small amounts.

Used in trace amounts in spicy and oriental perfumes and in soap. Note: cumin oil is phototoxic, so check IFRA limits for leave-on skin products.

INCI Listing: Cuminum Cyminum Seed Oil

Always dilute before use; refer to the IFRA certificate and SDS for maximum use levels.

Frequently asked questions

What does Cumin Seed Essential Oil smell like?

It has a powerful warm, spicy and earthy aroma. It is steam distilled from the seeds of Cuminum cyminum and is of Indian origin.

How is Cumin Seed Essential Oil used?

It is very strong, so perfumers use it in trace amounts in spicy and oriental perfumes and in soap. A little adds warmth and depth to woody, spicy and gourmand accords.

Is Cumin oil phototoxic?

Yes. Cumin oil is phototoxic, so check the IFRA documentation carefully before using it in leave-on skin products. The SDS, IFRA statement and full specification are available on request.

What pack sizes are available?

From 100 ml up to 25 kg, all priced online. For regular volumes, ask us for a bulk quote.

Specifications
Specifications
INCI NameCuminum Cyminum Seed Oil
Botanical NameCuminum cyminum
Plant PartSeeds
Country of OriginIndia
Extraction MethodSteam distillation
OdourWarm, spicy, earthy
FunctionFragrance, Masking
ApplicationsSpicy and oriental perfumes, Soap making, Gourmand fragrance accords, Rinse-off products
Storage & Shelf LifeStore in full, tightly closed containers in a cool dry place away from heat and sunlight. When stored for more than 24 months, quality should be checked before use.
Dietary & EthicsVegan · Cruelty free

Full specification & documents

Specification, batch CoA, SDS and compliance statements for your QA files, sent by our technical team.

Delivery & Returns
Delivery & Returns

Free UK delivery on orders over £100 (ex VAT). Orders are dispatched from our UK stock.

Bulk waxes and butters (17kg packs and larger) are £6.95 delivery per box to England, Scotland and Wales, or free on orders of £2,000 or more (ex VAT).

For delivery options, timings and charges, see our delivery and shipping information.

For returns, see our refund policy. Buying in drums or pallets? Ask us for a bulk quote.

How it’s made

Steam distilled

Steam gently draws the aromatic oil out of the plant material.

  1. LoadedPlant material is packed into the still.
  2. DistilledSteam carries the volatile aromatic compounds upward.
  3. SeparatedThe vapour cools and the oil separates from the water.

What it means for you: Highly concentrated. Always dilute before use, and use the IFRA certificate to set the level for each product type.

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