Description

Black Pepper Oil is a steam-distilled essential oil derived from the dried, unripe fruit (peppercorns) of the *Piper nigrum* L. plant. This potent oil is valued for its warm, spicy, and pungent aromatic profile, which delivers the characteristic essence of black pepper. It serves as a key flavoring and fragrance ingredient across multiple industries, including food & beverage, flavor & fragrance, and nutraceuticals. Its applications extend to aromatherapy and topical formulations where its distinctive sensory properties are desired.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a key top or middle note in perfumery and as a natural flavoring agent in savory food products, sauces, and seasonings.
• Food & Beverage: Incorporated as a natural flavor enhancer in meat products, snack foods, condiments, and gourmet culinary applications.
• Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: Utilized in supplement formulations for its potential wellness properties and as a bioavailability enhancer for other compounds.
• Aromatherapy & Personal Care: Employed in diffuser blends for its warming, stimulating aroma and as an active component in massage oils and topical balms.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a starting material or processing aid in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Industrial Applications: Can be used in specialty cleaning products or as a natural component in animal feed palatability enhancers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Black Pepper Oil
CAS No.	8006-82-4
Molecular Formula	N/A (Natural Complex Mixture)
Molecular Weight	N/A
Synonyms	Pepper Oil; Piper nigrum Oil; Black Pepper Essential Oil; Oleum Piperis Nigri; FEMA 2845; Pepper, black, oil; UNII-7U18YV4B8H
EINECS	284-524-7

Quality Control

Our Black Pepper Oil is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for food, flavor, and fragrance applications. We adhere to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) guidelines and can supply material compliant with FEMA GRAS and FDA regulations for use as a flavoring substance. Each batch is analyzed to ensure consistent organoleptic properties and chemical composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical constants, and chromatographic profile is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening to maximize shelf life and prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to greenish-yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic, warm, spicy, pungent odor of black pepper
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.860 - 0.885
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.480 - 1.492
Optical Rotation (20°C)	-1° to +3°
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	β-Caryophyllene: 15-25%; Limonene: 10-20%; Sabinene: 8-15%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.