8014-13-9

Basic information

• Product Name: Cumin Oil
• Synonyms: Oils,cumin;oils,cuminumcyminum;CUMIN OIL;FEMA 2340;CUMINUM CYMINUM (CUMIN) SEED OIL;Cuminoil/Cuminumcymicum;Cuminseed;CUMINOIL,FCC
• CAS NO: 8014-13-9
• Molecular Weight: 0
• EINECS: 283-881-6
• Mol File: 8014-13-9.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Flash Point: 53℃
• Appearance: /
• Density: 0.925 g/mL at 25 °C
• Refractive Index: n20/D1.505
• CAS DataBase Reference: Cumin Oil(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: Cumin Oil(8014-13-9)
• EPA Substance Registry System: Cumin Oil(8014-13-9)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xn,N
• Statements: 10-36/37/38-43-51/53-65
• Safety Statements: 24/25-36/37/39-61-62
• RIDADR: UN 1993C 3 / PGIII
• WGK Germany: 2
• RTECS: GS1305000
• Hazardous Substances Data: 8014-13-9(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Cumin Oil, derived from the seeds of Cuminum cyminum L. (Fam. Umbelliferae), is a clear brown liquid with a powerful diffusive green-spicy, slightly fatty odor and a spicy herbaceous green-fatty, slightly pungent flavor. It is a yellow-amber liquid that tends to darken on aging and is sensitive to daylight, air, moisture, metals, and alkali.

Uses

Used in Flavor and Fragrance Industry:
Cumin Oil is used as a flavoring agent for seasonings, pickles, and meat sauces of oriental and Asian types. Its unique green-spicy, slightly fatty odor makes it a valuable ingredient in green aldehydic fragrance compositions.
Used in Food Industry:
Cumin Oil is used as a flavor enhancer in various food products due to its strong and diffusive aroma. It adds a distinct taste and aroma to dishes, making it a popular choice in culinary applications.
Used in Perfumery:
Cumin Oil is used in the creation of perfumes and fragrances due to its soft, mellow, and slightly pungent notes. Its unique scent profile contributes to the complexity and depth of perfume compositions.
Used in Aromatherapy:
Cumin Oil may be used in aromatherapy for its potential therapeutic properties. Its green-spicy and slightly fatty aroma can provide a soothing and calming effect, promoting relaxation and stress relief.
Used in Cosmetics:
Cumin Oil can be incorporated into cosmetics and personal care products for its pleasant scent and potential skin benefits. Its unique aroma can enhance the sensory experience of these products, making them more appealing to users.
Used in Pharmaceutical Industry:
Cumin Oil may have potential applications in the pharmaceutical industry due to its chemical composition, which includes cuminaldehyde and other monoterpene hydrocarbons. These compounds may have medicinal properties that can be harnessed for the development of new drugs or therapies.

Preparation

By steam distillation of the crushed dried fruit of Cuminum cyminum L.

Essential oil composition

The volatile oil is primarily composed of cuminaldehyde (up to 60%). Besides cuminaldehyde, it also contains α- and β-pinene, p-cymene, β-phellandrene and cuminyl alcohol.

Safety Profile

Moderately toxic by ingestion and skin contact. A skin irritant. Mutation data reported. When heated todecomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.