Ajwain Oil

Botonical Name: Trachyspermum ammi
Origin: India
Appearance: Golden liquid
Part of Plant used: Seed
Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation
Plant Family: Apiaceae

Ajowain, scientifically known as Trachyspermum ammi, is a herbaceous plant native to the Indian subcontinent. Revered for its culinary uses, the plant’s tiny seeds harbor potent properties that extend beyond the kitchen. The process of extracting Ajowain oil involves steam distillation of these seeds, yielding a concentrated elixir of wellness. | The tiny seeds employed in the production of ajowan oil closely resemble caraway seeds. Cultivated predominantly in Persia and India, ajowan oil stands out as a significant reservoir of thymol, a key component responsible for its medicinal properties.

In the realm of medicine, the significance of ajwain is highly esteemed, primarily due to the presence of thymol. Ajwain oil, characterized by its nearly colorless to brownish appearance, emits a distinctive fragrance and imparts a pungent, hot taste. Known as omam in the southern regions of India, ajwain also garners recognition in the Arabic world. It finds its place in berbere, an Ethiopian spice blend that beautifully reflects the cultural fusion of Indian and Arabic influences.

Composition of Ajowain Oil:-
Ajwain oil boasts a rich composition, including high thymol, terpinene, and carvacrol, which contribute to its therapeutic properties.

• Specific Gravity : 0.890 to 0.980
• Refractive Index: 1.450 To 1.600
• Thymol Contents: 40% to 80%

Uses
Ajwain Oil is extensively employed across a range of industries including food, flavoring, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, tobacco, and perfumery.

• The essential oil obtained from Ajowan Seeds holds considerable esteem for its stimulant, tonic, and carminative characteristics. Notably, it is prized for its antimicrobial qualities, making it a valuable asset in various applications.
• The oil exhibits respiratory benefits, making it effective in managing conditions like asthma and bronchitis. Inhaling ajwain oil vapors may provide relief from respiratory discomfort.

• Ajowan oil encompasses an array of beneficial properties, including antibacterial, anti-infectious, antiviral, anti-parasitic, antifungal, and antiseptic attributes. Its versatility extends to acting as a sedative for conditions like whooping cough and toothaches. Furthermore, it proves beneficial in addressing issues such as bronchitis, gas, skin diseases, digestive weakness, diarrhea, and cholera.

Packaging :
We can supply essential Oils in small bottles of different dimensions like, 50gm, 100gm, 500gm, 1kg, 5kg ,10kg, etc. Also we can supply the essential oils in bulk packaging like, Aluminium Drums, GI Drums, Plastics Drums of various dimensions 25/50/100 litres drums.