Ginger oil

CAS Number
8007-08-7
EC Number
616-904-9

What is Ginger oil?

Ginger oil (CAS 8007-08-7), FEMA 2522, is a steam-distilled essential oil derived from the rhizomes of Zingiber officinale.

Where is Ginger oil used?

  • Food and beverage: flavoring for confectionery, baked goods, sauces and marinades
  • Carbonated drinks: natural ginger note for authentic taste
  • Personal care: fragrance in perfumes, body care and hair treatments
  • Cosmetics: antioxidant contribution to formula stability
  • Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical: flavoring in oral preparations, lozenges and dietary supplements
  • Beverage producers use it in alcoholic and non-alcoholic ginger drinks as a cost-effective alternative to fresh ginger extraction.

Good to know: Food-grade material conforms to FCC and FEMA standards. Organic-certified material is available from select origins including India, China and Nigeria.

Commercial specifications

  • Packaging from small drums to bulk quantities

Other Names (Synonyms)

Oils, ginger|Oils, essential, ginger|Essential oils, ginger|Oil of ginger|Oils, Zingiber officinale

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What are the physical properties of Ginger oil?

Boiling Point 254 °C(lit.)
Density 0.871 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point 150 °F
Odor at 100.00 %. citrus spicy terpenic herbal woody
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.49(lit.)

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Ginger oil?

Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids
WGK (Germany) 2
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