Cardamom Oleoresin

Listing ID #1251203

We are offering cardamom oleoresins 10%
botanical name : elettaria cardamomum
cas # : 977090-82-6
einec : 288-922-1
color & odor : colorless to pale yellow liquid with a sweet-spicy, warming fragrance
extraction method : solvent extraction of dried ripe fruit
major constituents :
alpha terpinyl acetate 50%, cineol 20%, linalol 5%, linalyl acetate 4% & limonene
description :
cardamom oleoresin is produced by steam distillation from the dried ripe fruit (pods). The dark brown oleoresin is a yellow liquid with a sweet-spicy, warming fragrance. It is non toxic in nature and is widely used as a food condiment. Cardmom oleoresin is listed in the british herbal pharmacopoeia as a 'specific' for flatulence and dyspepsia.
Specification :
volatile oil content : min. 10%
residual solvent : below 15 ppm
blends offered :
the above quality is our standard specification. In addition to this customized blends are also offered to meet specific requirements.
Shelf life :
18 months from the date of manufacture when stored below 25oc in closed containers away from direct light and not under humid conditions.
Uses :
it used extensively as a domestic spice, especially in india, europe, latin america and middle eastern countries. The oleoresin is employed in some carminative, stomachic and laxative preparations. Widely used as a fragrance component in soaps, cosmetics and perfumes especially oriental types. Important flavor ingredient particularly in curry and spice products.