| Product Name |
Black Seed Oil (Nigella Sativa) |
|---|---|
| Source | Nigella sativa seeds |
| Main Components | Thymoquinone ≥1.0% |
| Extraction Method | Cold pressed |
| CAS No. | 490-91-5 |
| Appearance | Deep golden to amber oil |
| Packing | 1kg/bag,25kg/drum |
| Apply |
Dietary supplements, functional foods, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals |
Black Seed Oil is extracted from Nigella sativa seeds via cold pressing to preserve the delicate bioactive compounds. It has been valued in traditional medicine for over 2,000 years and is now supported by modern research for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties. The oil contains thymoquinone, a potent bioactive compound known for its free-radical scavenging activity.
Key Benefits:
Antioxidant & Anti-inflammatory: Helps combat oxidative stress and chronic inflammation
Immune Support: Enhances immune cell activity
Skin & Hair Care: Improves hydration, reduces irritation, supports scalp health
Metabolic Health: Supports healthy cholesterol and blood sugar levels
Cold-pressed extraction to retain full-spectrum actives
Standardized thymoquinone content（≥1%）with GC testing
Non-GMO raw seeds sourced from high-quality growing regions
ISO, HACCP, and GMP compliant production
Low peroxide and acid values for extended shelf life
| Specification | Qualified Testing Result | Actual Testing Result | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1. Physical & Chemical Analysis | |||
| Appearance | Golden to amber oil | Complied | Visual |
| Odor | Characteristic spicy aroma | Complied | Organoleptic |
| Thymoquinone Content | ≥1.0% | 1.12% | GC |
| Peroxide Value | ≤5 meq O2/kg | 2.0 meq O2/kg | AOCS Cd 8b-90 |
| Acid Value | ≤2.0 mg KOH/g | 0.85 mg KOH/g | AOCS Cd 3d-63 |
| Moisture | ≤0.2% | 0.07% | AOCS Ca 2c-25 |
| Part 2. Heavy Metal Analysis & Chemical Control | |||
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm | Complied | AAS |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤3 ppm | <1 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤1 ppm | <0.1 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤1 ppm | <0.05 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤0.1 ppm | <0.01 ppm | ICP-MS |
| Part 3. Microbiological Analysis & Control | |||
| Total Plate Count (cfu/g) | ≤1,000 | <100 | USP <61> |
| Yeast & Mold (cfu/g) | ≤100 | <10 | USP <61> |
| E. coli | Negative | Negative | USP <62> |
| Salmonella (per 25 g) | Negative | Negative | USP <62> |
Nutritional Supplements: Softgel capsules, functional blends
Functional Foods: Health beverages, fortified snacks
Cosmetics: Anti-aging creams, scalp & hair oils, body lotions
Pharmaceutical Formulations: Anti-inflammatory, immune support
1kg/aluminium foil bag, with two plastic bags inside.
Gross Weight: 1.5kg Size: 18cmxH27cm
25kg/fiber drum, with two plastic bags inside.
Gross Weight: 28kg Size: 42cmxH52cm Volume: 0.0625mg/Drum.
DHL / FEDEX / EMS / E-PACKET / BY AIR / BY SEA
1. ≤50kg, Express delivery(DHL /FEDEX) recommended, usually called as DDU service;
2. ≤500kg, Air shipping recommended, usually called as CIF service;
3. >500kg, sea shipping recommended, usually called as FOB, CFR, or CIF service;
4. For high value products, please select air shipping and express delivery for safe.
We will contact you within 1 working day, please pay attention to the email with the suffix “forrest@oriherb.com”.
