Cold-pressed Nigella sativa · Thymoquinone tested
Bulk Black Seed Oil
Bulk cold-pressed black seed oil (Nigella sativa, black cumin) with a bold, peppery taste and natural thymoquinone, reported for every lot. For food, supplements and wellness products, supplied from 1L bottles to 20,000L flexitanks.
- Grade
- Cold-pressed
- Also called
- Black cumin, kalonji
- Tested for
- Thymoquinone, fatty acids
- Pressed in
- USA
Request a quote for Black Seed Oil
Grade: Cold-pressed (virgin)
1. Choose a pack size
Minimum 1,000 L (≈264 gal) per quote — mix any oils and pack sizes. Nothing to pay now: we reply by email with a quotation showing the price, shipping terms and estimated arrival date.
A traditional seed oil with a bold, peppery taste
Bulk black seed oil is cold-pressed from the small black seeds of Nigella sativa, also known as black cumin, kalonji or habbatus sauda. It has been used for centuries across the Middle East, South Asia and North Africa. The oil is amber to dark in color with a strong, peppery, slightly bitter taste, and is used in food, food supplements and wellness products.
Our black seed oil is cold-pressed, tested and packed in the United States from US-grown and imported Nigella sativa seed, and supplied from 1-liter bottles to 20,000-liter flexitanks.
Thymoquinone and quality
Black seed oil’s character comes largely from thymoquinone, a natural compound found in the seed’s volatile oil. Thymoquinone content varies widely with seed origin, freshness and pressing method, so buyers increasingly specify it. We report thymoquinone on the Certificate of Analysis for each lot, so you can compare lots and label consistently.
Authenticity matters
- Not cumin, not black sesame. Nigella sativa is a different plant from cumin (Cuminum cyminum) and from black sesame.
- Fatty acid fingerprint. Genuine black seed oil is rich in linoleic acid and contains eicosadienoic acid (C20:2), a marker used to check identity.
- Adulteration risk. Studies of retail products have found black seed oils that did not match the expected profile. We test every lot’s fatty acid profile and thymoquinone.
- Cold-pressed only. No solvents and no refining, which would strip the volatile compounds.
How bulk black seed oil is priced
Black seed oil is priced by seed origin, freshness and thymoquinone level. Each quote is based on specification, pack size, total volume and destination; the minimum is 1,000 liters per quote.
Technical data
Black Seed Oil grades and specifications
Available grades
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| Cold-pressed (virgin) | Unrefined oil from Nigella sativa seeds, with a peppery, pungent flavor. |
Quality specification
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance (20 °C) | Amber to dark brown, may be slightly hazy |
| Odor and taste | Characteristic strong, peppery, slightly bitter |
| Acid value | 2.0 mg KOH/g max. |
| Peroxide value (at packing) | 5.0 meq O₂/kg max. |
| Moisture and volatile matter | 0.10% max. |
| Insoluble impurities | 0.05% max. |
| Thymoquinone | Reported on the Certificate of Analysis |
| Eicosadienoic acid (C20:2) | Present (identity marker) |
| Solvents | None (cold-pressed) |
| Shelf life (unopened) | Up to 18 months stored cool and dark in sealed packaging |
Typical specification for cold-pressed black seed oil. Black seed oil is not covered by the Codex standard for named vegetable oils. Minimum thymoquinone levels can be agreed in your quote. Values for each lot are confirmed on the Certificate of Analysis supplied with your order.
Fatty acid profile
| Fatty acid | % of total fatty acids |
|---|---|
| Palmitic acid (C16:0) | 7–13 |
| Stearic acid (C18:0) | 2–4 |
| Oleic acid (C18:1) | 20–30 |
| Linoleic acid (C18:2) | 42–60 |
| Eicosadienoic acid (C20:2) | 3 max. |
| Alpha-linolenic acid (C18:3) | 1 max. |
Reference ranges for black cumin seed oil cited in a peer-reviewed study of commercial black seed oils, which also found some retail products outside these ranges. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity.
Applications
What black seed oil is used for
Food manufacturing
Flavoring for breads, pickles, sauces and Middle Eastern and South Asian foods.
Learn more about Food manufacturingRetail and private label
Black seed oil in dark bottles, or under your own brand.
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Drums for repacking, including for personal care makers.
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Black Seed Oil pack sizes
Combine black seed oil with any other oils on the same quote. 1L and 5L bottles suit retail; 200L drums suit supplement and food manufacturers.
| Pack size | US gallons | Ordered as | Liters per order unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1L Bottles | 0.26 gal | Case of 12 × 1L | 12 L |
| 5L Bottles | 1.3 gal | Case of 4 × 5L | 20 L |
| 10L Containers | 2.6 gal | Case of 2 × 10L | 20 L |
| 20L Jerrycans | 5.3 gal | Per jerrycan | 20 L |
| 200L Drums | 52.8 gal | Per drum | 200 L |
| 1,000L IBC Totes | 264 gal | Per IBC tote | 1,000 L |
| 20,000L Flexitanks | 5,283 gal | Per flexitank (20ft container) | 20,000 L |
Sourcing
From nigella fields to finished oil
Nigella sativa is an annual flowering plant grown in warm, dry regions. Our black seed oil is cold-pressed, tested and packed in the United States from US-grown and imported Nigella sativa seed.
The seed is cleaned and pressed without solvents or added heat, then settled and filtered. Every batch is tested for its fatty acid profile and thymoquinone before it is packed.
Processing
How we make black seed oil
Cleaning
Seed is cleaned and sorted, and checked for foreign seeds.
Cold pressing
Seed is pressed mechanically without solvents or added heat.
Settling
The oil is settled to let fine seed solids drop out.
Filtering
The oil is filtered, but not refined, to keep its volatile compounds.
Testing
Each batch is tested for fatty acid profile, thymoquinone, acid value and peroxide value.
Filling
Filled into full, sealed, light-protected containers.
Storage & handling
Keeping black seed oil fresh
Temperature
Store cool, between 10 and 20 °C (50–68 °F).
Light and air
Keep in the dark and sealed to protect thymoquinone and flavor.
Sediment
Natural sediment may settle; this is normal for unrefined oil.
Shelf life
Up to 18 months unopened stored cool and dark.
Heat
Best used raw or added after cooking.
Buying wholesale
Wholesale black seed oil supplier: how ordering works
Wholesale Cooking Oil LLC supplies black seed oil in bulk direct to food businesses in the United States and worldwide. Every lot is tested and packed at our US facilities and shipped with its Certificate of Analysis. Here is what to expect when you buy black seed oil wholesale from us.
Grades
Cold-pressed (virgin). Each grade is quoted separately.
Pack sizes
1L Bottles, 5L Bottles, 10L Containers, 20L Jerrycans, 200L Drums, 1,000L IBC Totes, 20,000L Flexitanks. Mix any sizes and oils on one quote.
Minimum order
1,000 L (≈264 gal) per quote, across any combination of oils and pack sizes.
Your quotation
Free and emailed to you, valid for 7 days, showing the price, any freight and other charges, the route and an estimated arrival date.
Payment
100% in advance in US dollars, by bank transfer or cryptocurrency, against the pro forma invoice in your quotation.
Dispatch and delivery
Dispatched within 24–48 hours of payment clearing. By truck across the US (usually 1–5 business days), Canada and Mexico, or by sea from five US seaports worldwide.
Documents
A Certificate of Analysis for each lot, plus the commercial invoice, packing list and transport document. Specification sheets on request.
Who we supply
Restaurants, hotels, caterers, bakeries, food manufacturers, distributors, retailers and importers.
FAQ
Black Seed Oil questions
What is the minimum order?
1,000 liters (about 264 US gallons) per quote, across any combination of oils, grades and pack sizes. For example, one 1,000L IBC tote, five 200L drums, or 50 cases of 4 × 5L bottles.
Is black seed oil the same as black cumin oil?
Yes. Black seed, black cumin, kalonji and nigella all refer to Nigella sativa. It is not related to ordinary cumin or to black sesame.
What is thymoquinone?
A natural compound in black seed that gives the oil much of its character. Its level varies by seed and pressing, so we report it on the Certificate of Analysis for each lot.
Can you guarantee a minimum thymoquinone level?
Tell us the level you need in your quote request and we will confirm what can be supplied.
How do I know black seed oil is genuine?
Check its fatty acid profile, including eicosadienoic acid, and thymoquinone. We test both for every lot.
Can I make health claims on my product?
Only claims permitted in your market, using the approved wording. We supply the oil and its Certificate of Analysis; your label and marketing must follow local food and supplement rules.
How is the price set?
Each grade is priced separately, based on the crop, grade, pack size, total volume and delivery destination. Your quotation shows the price, any freight and other charges, the shipping terms and route, and an estimated arrival date.
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