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Nigella / Kalonji · Thymoquinone-Rich

Black Cumin Seed Essential Oil

Black Cumin Seed Essential Oil is derived from the seeds of Nigella sativa — known as kalonji, black caraway or fennel flower. Valued for thousands of years, it carries a mild, earthy, peppery-spicy, woody aroma and is prized for its thymoquinone content.

At Kush Aroma Exports, our black cumin seed oil is produced from carefully selected seeds to preserve its characteristic aroma and active constituents. As one of India's leading essential oil manufacturers — a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier and exporter, we supply every batch with verifiable purity. Explore our full range of 100% pure natural essential oils or browse our CO2 extract oils for related aromatic materials.

Quick Facts

Botanical NameNigella sativa
Common NamesKalonji, black caraway, fennel flower
FamilyRanunculaceae
SourceSeeds
OriginEgypt
Processing MethodSteam distillation
Colour / ConsistencyGolden-brown liquid

Aroma Profile

Black Cumin Seed has a mild, earthy, peppery-spicy aroma with a warm woody depth — distinctive and savoury rather than sweet.

Blends beautifully with

Black Cumin Seed pairs with warm and fruity oils, including:

Red Raspberry Cranberry Sunflower Black Pepper Ginger Cardamom

Seeds of the Pharaohs

Nigella sativa seeds have been used for health and wellness for thousands of years, and were even found in sites from ancient Egypt, including Tutankhamun’s tomb.

Note that this is a completely different plant from culinary cumin (Cuminum cyminum), despite the shared common name.

Harvesting & Extraction

Black Cumin Seed essential oil is steam distilled from the seeds, concentrating the aromatic, thymoquinone-bearing fraction. Learn more about how we work on our distillation of essential oil page.

Common Uses

Across perfumery, wellness and traditional practice, this oil is valued for:

  • Aromatherapy — a warm, earthy note used in grounding blends.
  • Traditional wellbeing — long valued in traditional systems for its thymoquinone content.
  • Natural cosmetics — a distinctive note used in specialised skin and hair formulations.
  • Perfumery — a savoury, spicy note for niche compositions.
Caution: Black Cumin Seed oil should be diluted and patch tested. Do not confuse the essential oil with the cold-pressed fixed oil. For external use only unless professionally formulated. Avoid during pregnancy and keep away from children. Consult a professional if under medical care.

Why Buy Black Cumin Seed Oil From Kush Aroma Exports

As a Government-recognised Star Export House and a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier, exporter and wholesaler of 100% pure essential oils from Kannauj, India, we offer black cumin seed oil in retail and bulk quantities, with worldwide shipping and quality you can verify.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is black cumin seed essential oil?
It is an earthy, peppery oil from the seeds of Nigella sativa (kalonji), noted for its thymoquinone content.
Is it the same as regular cumin?
No. Nigella sativa is a different plant from culinary cumin (Cuminum cyminum), despite the shared name.
Is this the same as black seed (fixed) oil?
No — the steam-distilled essential oil differs from the cold-pressed fixed/carrier oil; use them accordingly.
What is it used for?
Aromatherapy, traditional wellness, specialised cosmetics and niche perfumery.

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Typical Composition · Qualitative

Key Constituents

Black Cumin Seed oil is characterised by thymoquinone and p-cymene. Typical qualitative constituents below; batch values vary.

ConstituentTypical Character
Structural ClassNote
ThymoquinoneSignature active — principal marker
ClassQuinone — main marker
p-CymeneDry, spicy
ClassAromatic monoterpene
Thymohydroquinone / carvacrolHerbaceous, phenolic
ClassPhenolics

Safety Summary

HazardsDilute for skin use; patch test.
ContraindicationsAvoid in pregnancy.

Technical Notes

  • Correct family — Nigella sativa is in Ranunculaceae, not Apiaceae; it is unrelated to culinary cumin.
  • Essential vs fixed oil — The distilled essential oil is distinct from the cold-pressed black seed carrier oil.
  • Batch documentation — GC/MS and batch-specific CoA available on request.
Technical Disclaimer: The composition indicated above is qualitative and typical for this botanical; it does not constitute a Certificate of Analysis. Batch-specific GC/MS values vary with origin, harvest and distillation. For regulatory or formulation decisions, always refer to the batch-specific CoA supplied with your order.

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