Pepper, Black Essential Oil

$32.00
Pepper, Black Essential Oil
Pepper, Black Essential Oil
Pepper, Black Essential Oil
Pepper, Black Essential Oil
Pepper, Black Essential Oil
Pepper, Black Essential Oil

Pepper, Black Essential Oil

$32.00
Size 10ml

Pure Essential Oil | Piper nigrum

Black Pepper Essential Oil is a steam-distilled essential oil obtained from the dried berries of Piper nigrum. It delivers a dry, spicy warmth with subtle woody and slightly citrusy facets, adding energy and structure to perfume compositions.

Black Pepper presents a crisp spicy profile with dry heat, faint woody undertones, and a gentle aromatic lift. The aroma is sharp but refined, more sparkling than heavy, with a clean peppercorn brightness rather than a smoky or gourmand character. It adds movement and texture without sweetness.

Black Pepper functions primarily as a top-to-heart spice note, adding lift and contrast.

Recommended concentration: 0.07-5.3%

Particularly effective in:
Woody ambers, fougères, spicy florals, citrus–spice blends

Blends well with:
Citrus notes (bergamot, lemon, grapefruit)
Cardamom, nutmeg, and coriander
Woods such as cedarwood and sandalwood
Florals requiring a subtle spicy edge

Suitable for non-perfumery applications including candles, soaps, and home fragrance

Used in moderation, it sharpens and energises a composition.

Material Type: Essential oil
Botanical Name: Piper nigrum
Plant Part: Dried berries
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
CAS Number: 8006-82-4
Origin: India
Odour Profile: Spicy, dry, warm, lightly woody
Appearance: Clear to pale yellow liquid
Solubility: Soluble in oil and alcohol
Key Components:
β-caryophyllene, limonene, sabinene, α-pinene
Regulatory Status:
IFRA Certificate of Conformity supplied by the manufacturer to The Parfum Apothecary

For external use only. Do not ingest
Use at low concentrations to avoid irritation
Follow IFRA guidelines for finished product limits
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
Store in a cool, dark place in a tightly sealed container
Shelf life: 3–4 years when stored correctly

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