Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- CAS No.
- 90064-32-7
- EC No.
- 290-094-1
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Product Details
- Black Seed Oil Nigella sativa is also known as Black Cumin, Kalonji, Nigella, Black Coriander, Onion Seed and Roman Coriander. Nigella sativa is a small flowering shrub with purple or white-tinged flowers that grows in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and western Asia. While it may look unsuspecting, the shrub produces fruits that have tiny black seeds. These black seeds have been used in remedies for thousands of years. Archeologists even found black seeds in King Tut’s tomb, emphasizing their importance in history for healing and protection. Black Seeds are also used in cooking to add flavor to breads, curries, and pickles. When eaten, the seeds have a bitter flavor that’s often compared to cumin or oregano. Black seed oil has been shown to have antioxidant properties that can help relieve inflammation inside the body and on the skin.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Hair Care Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Treatment Product Applications
- General Chemical Composition
The main chemical constituents of Black Seed Oil are:
- Palmitic Acid
- Palmitoleic Acid
- Stearic Acid
- Oleic Acid
- Linoleic Acid
- Alpha-Linolenic Acid
- Eicosadienoic Acid
- Common Uses
- Black seed oil is used in skincare, haircare and wound healing applications.
- Product Properties
- Black Seed contains good fats:oleic acid (olive oil’s health-giving component); poly and monounsaturated unsaturated fatty acids includingomega 3 (linolenic acid), omega 6 (linoleic acid), and omega 7 (palmitoleic acid, and arachidonic acid). It contains protein: 8 of the 9 essential amino acids that are combined to make “whole” protein and also has vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, folic acid, calcium, iron, copper, zinc and phosphorous. Black cumin seed oil has exceptional antioxidant activity with thymoquinone, nigellone and beta-sitosterol. Our cold pressed Black Seed Oil has over 80% unsaturated fatty acids. It is well suited for use in dietary supplements and cosmetics for its powerful antioxidant activity.
- Skincare
- Black seed oil has been added to oils and moisturizers to improve skin moisture and hydration. It has also been shown to reduce the incidence of psoriasis plagues and to be effective in treating acne according to the Journal of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery, applying a lotion prepared with 10 percent black seed oil significantly reduced the incidence of acne after two months. Those who participated in the study reported 67 percent satisfaction.
- Haircare
- Black seed oil can be applied to hair to soften and promote shine.
- Wound Healing
- Application of black seed oil has been shown to reduce inflammation and presence of bacteria to aid in wound healing. While it doesn't seem to be helpful in growing new collagen fibers, it does stimulate factors to help the body create new healthy skin.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Pale yellow amber colored liquid
- Odor
- Bitter aroma, Characteristic mild pepper
- Specifications
- Note
- The specifications and chemical composition of black seeds can vary according to variety, climate and environment.
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Specific Gravity (at 20°C) | 0.910 - 0.935 | - | - |
Refractive Index (at 20 ̊C) | 1.460 - 1.480 | - | - |
Flash Point | 250 | °C | - |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Animal Testing Statement
- We confirm that we do not nor have ever tested our products or their individual ingredients/raw materials on animals. Our company is against animal testing. We will never knowingly purchase from any supplier who participates in animal testing. We are committed to cruelty free products and do not use or sell products that have been tested on animals.
- BSE and TSE Statement
- Essential oils are obtained by extraction from plants, trees or fruit. These processes do not use any sources that are derived from animals. Essential oils are free from BSE (Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy) and TSE (Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy).
- Sewer Sludge Statement
- This product has not been produced with the use of sewage sludge.
- Non Irradiation Statement
- We can confirm that this product is not treated by irradiation or ETO. Consumer safety and customer satisfaction are our primary concerns.
- Non GMO Statement
- Our products are produced using traditional methods. No genetically modified organisms (GMO’s) or transgenic breeding methods are used in their production.
- Prop 65 Statement
- This product is devoid of the materials in California Safe Program Proposition 65
- Naturally Occurring Statement
- We take pride in providing our customers with safe, reliable, high quality products. We are pleased to declare that our products are Naturally Occurring Substances. All of our oils are derived from natural products and produced using traditional methods and are not produced synthetically.
- Nagoya Statement
- This product is sourced from a country with complies with the Nagoya protocol and is not endangered according to the Access/Benefit Sharing (Biodiversity) regulation.
- CMR Substances Statement
- Our products do not contain any substances classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or reprotoxic (CMR) of categories 1A, 1B or 2 under Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008
- Responsible Sourcing Statement
- This product is produced under safe conditions in compliance with social and environmental rules by authorized suppliers using voluntary labor.
- Nano Technology Statement
- This product has been manufactured without use of any kind of Nanotechnology and does not contain ingredients resulting therefrom.
- Non Nanoparticle Statement
- Carrier and Seed oils are naturally occurring products and obtained by extraction from plants, trees, seeds or fruits. All of our products are unadulterated, pure and free from nanoparticles unless otherwise stated.
- Phthalates Statement
- Carrier and Seed oils are naturally occurring products and obtained by extraction from plants, trees, seeds or fruits. All of our products are unadulterated, pure and free from phthalates unless otherwise stated. COMPANY REGULATORY STATEMENTS container.
Storage & Handling
- Storage Condition
- Keep in a cool area away from heat and light in a suitable airtight container.