Sabinsa Cosmetics Black Cumin Seed SCF Extract

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Nigella Sativa Seed Extract

Ingredient Origin

Natural Origin,

Plant Origin

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Anti-Inflammatory,

Anti-Microbial Agent,

Antioxidant,

Conditioner

CAS No.

90064-32-7

EC No.

290-094-1

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives

Skin Actives

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Antioxidants & Preservatives,

Conditioners & Emollients

Cosmetic Ingredients — Vitamins, Extracts & Oils

Botanical Ingredients & Extracts

Product Details

• Product code : 0212
• Botanical/Scientific name : Nigella sativa
• Plant part : Seeds
• Preparation type : SCF extraction
• Solvent used for extraction : Liquid carbondioxide
• Solvent used in manufacture : None
• Final extract ratio : 5:1
• Standardization : Free fatty acids
• Excipient used : None

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Anti-Inflammatory,

Antimicrobial,

Antioxidant Properties,

Conditioning

Labeling Claims

Credo Clean Standard,

Halal,

Kosher,

Natural,

Naturally Derived,

Plant-Based,

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Additional Information

• Non-irradiated and not treated with ETO
• GMO free
• BSE / TSE free

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Bath & Shower

Application Format

Creams,

Gel,

Roll On,

Spray

Properties

Appearance

Reddish yellow oily liquid with characteristic odor

Immiscible In

Water

Miscible in

Alcohol

Chemical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Content of Identified Free Fatty Acids	80 - 90	% w/w	by GC, SLL/STP-F-005

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Moisture Content	max. 2.0	% w/w	USP <921>
Specific Gravity	0.850 - 0.950	—	USP <841>

Other Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Arsenic Content	max. 1	ppm (μg/g)	USP <2232>
Cadmium Content	max. 1	ppm (μg/g)	USP <2232>
Lead Content	max. 3	ppm (μg/g)	USP <2232>
Mercury Content	max. 0.1	ppm (μg/g)	USP <2232>

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Bile Tolerant Gram Negative Bacteria	Negative	per 10g	USP <2021>
Coliforms Count	max. 10	cfu/g	BAM 2001, 8th Edition, Chapter 4
Escherichia Coli	Negative	per 10g	USP <2022>
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa	Negative	per 10g	USP <62>
Salmonella	Negative	per 10g	USP <2022>
Staphylococcus Aureus	Negative	per 10g	USP <2022>
Total Aerobic Microbial Count	max. 5000	cfu/g	USP <2021>
Total Yeasts and Molds Count	max. 100	cfu/g	USP <2021>

Note

* Since it is a herbal product, there is likely to be minor color variation from batch to batch of the product because of the geographical and seasonal variations of the raw material

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

CosIng Listed,

Halal,

IECIC (China),

Kosher

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

2 Years

Storage Condition

Store at room temperature.