zingiber officinale root extract

Zingiber Officinale Root Extract is a botanical extract derived from the roots of the Zingiber officinale plant, commonly known as ginger. This extract is characterized by a spicy and warm sensory profile that includes sweet ginger spice and woody notes. It appears as a liquid or powder extract standardized by its composition of gingerols, the bioactive compounds responsible for its pungency. The extract carries several synonyms reflecting its botanical origin and processing, including ginger liquid extract, ginger root extract HS 2514 G, and phytovital ginger. The natural origin of this ingredient is linked to the rhizomes of the ginger plant, which are harvested and processed to concentrate flavor and aroma constituents. For detailed chemical information, the PubChem database provides comprehensive data on the extract's composition and properties.

Zingiber Officinale Root Extract occurs naturally in the rhizomes of the ginger plant, a species widely cultivated in tropical regions. Its spicy flavor and warm aroma make it applicable in various flavoring preparations including beverages, dairy products, and tonics. The extract also functions as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetic products and perfumery. Cosmetic use includes skin conditioning and tonic applications, leveraging the extract's sensory appeal and potential benefits. The ingredient serves as a natural alternative in formulations designed to replicate or complement scents such as cortex, cumin oil, green notes, and orris. Its use is compliant with FEMA (US) regulations, which provide guidelines for flavoring substances, ensuring structured and safe application in food and cosmetic products.

Zingiber Officinale Root Extract exhibits specific physical and chemical properties that inform its handling and formulation. Its specific gravity ranges from 0.9852 to 1.0352 at 25 °C, indicating a density close to water, which influences mixing behavior in aqueous and oil-based systems. The refractive index from 1.36 to 1.38 at 20 °C provides insight into its optical properties relevant to quality control and purity assessments. Proper storage conditions recommend a cool, dry place in sealed containers to protect the extract from heat and light, thereby maintaining stability beyond its typical six-month shelf life. These characteristics affect its incorporation into compositions where viscosity, solubility, and sensory release are critical parameters.

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Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
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Safety in use information

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cosmetic, flavor and fragrance agents, dietary supplements
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IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
Use levels for FEMA GRAS flavoring substances on which the FEMA Expert Panel based its judgments that the substances are generally recognized as safe (GRAS).
The Expert Panel also publishes separate extensive reviews of scientific information on all FEMA GRAS flavoring substances and can be found at FEMA Flavor Ingredient Library
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		average usual ppm	average maximum ppm
baked goods:		-	100.00000
beverages(nonalcoholic):		-	65.00000
beverages(alcoholic):		-	-
breakfast cereal:		-	-
cheese:		-	-
chewing gum:		-	-
condiments / relishes:		-	15.00000
confectionery froastings:		-	-
egg products:		-	-
fats / oils:		-	-
fish products:		-	-
frozen dairy:		-	43.00000
fruit ices:		-	43.00000
gelatins / puddings:		-	-
granulated sugar:		-	-
gravies:		-	-
hard candy:		-	83.00000
imitation dairy:		-	-
instant coffee / tea:		-	-
jams / jellies:		-	-
meat products:		-	56.00000
milk products:		-	-
nut products:		-	-
other grains:		-	-
poultry:		-	-
processed fruits:		-	-
processed vegetables:		-	-
reconstituted vegetables:		-	-
seasonings / flavors:		-	-
snack foods:		-	-
soft candy:		-	-
soups:		-	-
sugar substitutes:		-	-
sweet sauces:		-	-

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