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Cumin seed Oil
Typical Certificate of Analysis
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The volatile oil obtained by steam distillation of fruits\seeds of cumin plant
Common Name Cumin oil
Synonyms Cumin seed oil
Botanical Name Cuminium cyminum L.
Family
Country of Origin Egypt
Method of Extraction Steam Distillation of crused dray Seeds\fruits
Part Used Fruits \Seeds
Colour and Appearance Clear yellow liquid \ light yellow liquid
Odour Characteristic strong Spicy-Musky scent
Taste Characteristic
Acid value 10.0 Max. MG KOH/G
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Refractive Index 1.501 to 1.506 @ 20°C typical
Optical Rotation +3.00 to +8.00 typical
Flash Point ° F 53°C
Specific Gravity 0.905 to 0.925 @ 20°C typical
Solubility Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and fixed oils
GC (gas Chromatographic Analysis):-
| COMPONENTS | PERCENTAGE |
| 1 Alpha-pinene | 0.8 - 2.2 % |
| 2 Beta-pinene | 15.o - 22.0 % |
| 3 Gamma-terpinene | 17.0 - 21.5 % |
| 4 Para-Cymene | 4.5 - 10.6 % |
| 5 Total Aldehyde | 48.0 -55.0 % |
Storage Store in well sealed containers at to 5 – 25ºC in dry and well ventilated premises. Avoid direct exposure to sunshine or heat sources.
Shelf Life 2 years from date of production.
Paking Glass Aluminium OR Tin –lined container OR polyethelene drum
Quality 100%pure &Natural