Cinnamon Extract
Cinnamomum verum J.Presl
- Part, form
- Bark · fine powder
- Grades
- Ceylon and Cassia 20%; cinnamaldehyde, water-soluble, ratio
- Assay
- Polyphenols NLT 20%, UV
- Coumarin
- Declared per batch, HPLC
Cardamom Extract
Elettaria cardamomum (L.) Maton · Zingiberaceae
Cineole and terpinyl acetate by GC
Solvent-extracted from the decorticated seed of green cardamom, Elettaria cardamomum. Volatile oil, 1,8-cineole and α-terpinyl acetate are declared on every batch, so the aroma is specified rather than assumed.
- Standardisation
- Volatile oil and GC profile declared
- Assay method
- GC; volatile oil by distillation
- Plant part
- Seed, decorticated
- Appearance
- Pale green to amber viscous liquid
- Solubility
- Oil-soluble; dispersible grade
- Shelf life
- 24 months
Also known as cardamom oleoresin, green cardamom extract, elaichi extract
Grades and standardisation
Specifying Cardamom Extract
Specify the balance of 1,8-cineole to α-terpinyl acetate, not the volatile oil alone. Two batches with the same volatile oil can smell quite different, and a cineole-heavy material reads closer to eucalyptus than to cardamom.
| Grade | Standardisation | Method | Form | Typical use | Availability | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oleoresin | Volatile oil declared; cineole and terpinyl acetate by GC | GC; distillation | Pale green to amber viscous liquid | Bakery, beverages, confectionery, savoury | Standard | Request Oleoresin |
| Oleoresin, high volatile | Higher volatile oil; full GC profile | GC; distillation | Pale amber viscous liquid | Flavour-led products | On request | Request Oleoresin, high volatile |
| Dispersible powder | Plated or emulsified; profile declared | GC | Free-flowing powder | Dry blends, instant beverage mixes | On request | Request Dispersible powder |
| Essential oil | Distilled volatile fraction | GC | Colourless to pale yellow liquid | Flavour and fragrance | On request | Request Essential oil |
Standard grades are held and supplied routinely; grades on request are produced against a confirmed order. Other standardisations, mesh sizes and packs can be quoted to specification.
Cardamom Extract specification
Typical values for the standard oleoresin. The specification agreed for your order governs.
| Botanical source | Elettaria cardamomum (L.) Maton (Zingiberaceae) |
|---|---|
| Plant part | Seed |
| Species | Green cardamom; Amomum subulatum excluded |
| Appearance | Viscous liquid, pale green to amber |
| Odour and taste | Characteristic of green cardamom, sweet and aromatic |
| 1,8-Cineole | Declared per batch, GC |
| α-Terpinyl acetate | Declared per batch, GC |
| Cineole to terpinyl acetate | Ratio reported per batch |
| Volatile oil | Declared per batch, % v/w, distillation |
| Moisture | NMT 1.0% w/w, Karl Fischer |
| Residual solvent | Solvent named; within permitted limits, GC |
| Shelf life | 24 months, below 25°C, protected from light |
| Packaging | 25 kg food-grade HDPE container; 250 g to 1 kg samples |
| Origin | India |
Applications of Cardamom Extract
Food manufacturing · Beverages · Flavour and fragrance
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Chai, coffee and tea blends
Oleoresin; dispersible powder for dry mixes
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Bakery and confectionery
Oleoresin
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Seasonings and masala blends
Dispersible powder
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Beverages and flavoured milk
Dispersible powder
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Rice dishes, sauces and ready meals
Oleoresin
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Oral care and fragrance
Essential oil
Documentation
Supplied with cardamom extract for UK and EU import and supplier approval.
- Specification sheetGrade, limits and methodsBefore quotation
- Certificate of analysisBatch results against the specificationEvery batch
- Safety data sheetHandling, storage and transportOn request
- Allergen and non-GMO statementsSigned declarationsOn request
- BSE/TSE, non-irradiation and ETODeclarations for EU and UK importOn request
- Certificate of originCountry of origin for customsWith shipment
Questions about Cardamom Extract
What is the botanical source of Cardamom Extract?
Cardamom Extract is derived from the seed of green cardamom, Elettaria cardamomum. Large black cardamom (Amomum subulatum) is a different plant with a smoky profile and is not a substitute.
In what forms can Cardamom Extract be supplied?
Cardamom Extract is supplied as an oleoresin, a viscous oil-soluble liquid, with dispersible powder grades for dry blends and beverage mixes. Essential oil and higher-volatile grades can be quoted on request, subject to the agreed specification and availability.
Which parameters define the quality of Cardamom Extract?
The aroma depends on the balance between 1,8-cineole and α-terpinyl acetate, so both should be specified by GC alongside the volatile oil content. Residual solvent, moisture and contaminant limits complete the specification.
Is residual solvent tested?
Yes. The extraction solvent is named on the certificate of analysis and residual solvent is tested by GC on every batch. Buyers should confirm that the solvent is permitted for their market and application.
Can Cardamom Extract be supplied against an existing flavour specification?
Yes. Buyers can provide their required volatile oil content, GC profile, carrier for dispersible grades, solubility and documentation requirements for review before quotation.
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- Part, form
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- Grades
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- Assay
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- Solubility
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Piperine Extract
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- Part, form
- Fruit · fine powder
- Grades
- Piperine 95%; 98%, granulated and dispersible on request
- Assay
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- Particle size
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Request a quote for Cardamom Extract
Tell us the grade, the quantity and the delivery country. We reply within 1–2 working days with availability and the specification.