Flavors & Fragrances
REACH
Garlic oil
CAS Number
8000-78-0
EC Number
616-782-7
FEMA Number
FEMA 2503
What is Garlic oil?
Garlic oil (CAS 8000-78-0), also identified under FEMA 2503, is a steam-distilled or solvent-extracted essential oil derived from Allium sativum bulbs.
Where is Garlic oil used?
- Food manufacturing: flavoring for seasonings, sauces, marinades and processed meats
- Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical: softgel capsules, tablets and dietary supplements
- Agricultural and animal feed: natural feed additive and pest deterrent for poultry and livestock
- Flavor houses use it as a raw material in compounding savory flavor systems.
Good to know: Its organosulfur compound profile gives it recognized antimicrobial and preservative activity. Food-grade quality conforms to FCC and FEMA standards, with natural and organic-certified variants.
Commercial specifications
- Natural and organic-certified variants
- Bulk supply in drums or smaller packaging
Other Names (Synonyms)
Oils, garlic|Oil of garlic|Garlic oils|Allium sativum bulb oil
What are the physical properties of Garlic oil?
Density 1.083 g/mL at 25 °C
Flash Point 118 °F
Odor at 0.01 % in propylene glycol. intense garlic
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.575
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Garlic oil?
UN Number 1993
ADR Class 3
Packing Group III
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
WGK (Germany) 3