Product description

Obtained from the ripe seeds of the black cumin plant (Nigella sativa L.), which belongs to the crowfoot or buttercup family (Ranunculaceae). Its ripe seeds have a fatty oil content ranging between 30 and 35 percent and an essential oil content of up to 2 percent. Although originally native to Egypt, black cumin is now mainly cultivated in Egypt, Syria, Iraq, Iran, Pakistan and India.
Characteristic properties
  • Especially high content of the essential linoleic acid (omega-6, C18:2)
  • High content of natural vitamin E
Areas of application for food
A spicy oil that is used for cooking as well as to dress up saladsDue to the high content of the essential linoleic acid (omega-6, C18:2), Black Cumin Oil can be used as a nutritional supplement
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Specifications

Categories Oils & Fats; Omegas
Sales markets Western Europe; Eastern Europe; Middle East; Asia; Australia; North America; Africa; Central/South America
Product Applications Bakery; Dietary Supplements; Food Supplements; Natural And Traditional Remedies; Natural Products; Sauces & Seasoning; Vegetarian / Vegan Products
Product Certifications Halal; Health & Safety (GMP, HAACP and equivalents); Health claims; Kosher; Natural; Organic; Quality assurance; Sustainable; Traceable; Vegan; Vegetarian

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