Description

Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Cone Oil is a natural essential oil steam-distilled from the dried cones of the hop plant. This product is valued for its complex aromatic profile, which imparts characteristic bitter, herbal, and spicy notes. It serves as a key flavoring and fragrance ingredient for manufacturers in the food, beverage, and personal care industries seeking authentic botanical extracts.

Application

• Flavoring Agent in craft beers, ales, and specialty alcoholic beverages to provide authentic bitter and aromatic notes.
• Fragrance Component in perfumery, cosmetics, and personal care products for its distinctive earthy, green, and spicy character.
• Food Flavoring in artisanal breads, confectionery, and savory snacks where a unique herbal note is desired.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness products, utilized for its purported calming and sedative properties in diffuser blends and topical formulations.
• Natural Preservative in certain applications, leveraging the inherent antimicrobial properties of hop constituents.
• Dietary Supplement formulations, often in capsule or tincture form, capitalizing on the bioactive compounds found in hops.

Basic Information

Product Name	Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Cone Oil
CAS No.	8007-04-3
Molecular Formula	Complex Mixture
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural Extract)
Synonyms	Hops Oil; Hop Cone Oil; Humulus lupulus L. oil; Lupulin Oil; Humulus Oil; Beer Hops Oil; Essential Oil of Hops
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Cone Oil is produced and tested to ensure consistent quality and authenticity. We adhere to stringent internal specifications that assess key physical, chemical, and organoleptic properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results for identity, purity, and composition are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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 preserve aromatic integrity. Keep away from heat and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber mobile liquid
Odor	Characteristic, strong, aromatic, bitter-herbal of hops
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.825 - 0.905
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.494
Optical Rotation	-2° to +2°
Acid Value	≤ 11.0 mg KOH/g
Ester Value	14 - 45 mg KOH/g

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