Arjuna Natural Black cumin seed Extract (BCE - 001)

Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name

Black Cumin Seed Extract

Ingredient Origin

Natural Origin,

Plant Origin

Technologies

Food Ingredients

Product Families

Food Ingredients — Taste & Flavor

Spices, Herbs & Seasonings

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

GMO-free,

Natural,

Naturally Derived,

Plant-Based

Food Ingredients Features

Enhanced Shelf Life,

High Purity,

High Quality,

Long Shelf Life

Applications & Uses

Markets

Food & Nutrition

Applications

Food & Nutrition — Nutrition & Well Being

Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Food & Nutrition Applications

Dietary Supplements

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Appearance

Clear liquid

Odor

Characteristic

Analytical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)	0.90 - 1.10	—	BP

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Total Plate Count	max. 1000	cfu/g	AOAC, BAM
Yeast & Mould Count	max. 100	cfu/g	AOAC, BAM
Salmonella	Absent	per 25g	AOAC, BAM
Escherichia coli	Absent	per 10g	AOAC, BAM

Assay

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Thymoquinone Content	min. 1	—	—

Heavy Metals

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Heavy Metals	max. 10	ppm	AAS
Arsenic Content	max. 1	ppm	AAS
Lead Content	max. 3	ppm	AAS
Mercury Content	max. 0.1	ppm	AAS
Cadmium Content	max. 1	ppm	AAS

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

FDA Compliant,

GMP,

Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS),

ISO 22000,

NSF Approved

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability

India,

USA

Packaging Type

Drums,

Pails

Regional Availability

• India
• USA

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

24 months

Storage Condition

Keep closed in sealed containers protect from light, air, heat and moisture.