Steam-Distilled Ginger Essential Oil
Steam-distilled from Zingiber officinale root, with GC-MS and batch quality data available.
KOSAROMA provides Ginger Essential Oil obtained from Zingiber officinale ginger root through Steam Distillation.
The product is a pale yellow to yellow liquid with a characteristic natural ginger aroma.
Steam Distilled | Ginger Root | α-Zingiberene 29.47% | EU Allergen Data*
*29.47% is the area percentage reported in the current GC-MS analysis.

Product Information
Product Details
- Product
- Steam-Distilled Ginger Essential Oil
- Botanical Name
- Zingiber officinale
- Plant Part
- Root
- Extraction
- Steam Distillation
- CAS No.
- 8007-08-7
- Origin
- China
- Appearance
- Pale Yellow to Yellow Liquid
- Odor
- Characteristic Ginger Aroma
- Standard
- GB 1886.29-2015
- Shelf Life
- 2 Years
Ginger Essential Oil
KOSAROMA’s Ginger Essential Oil is produced from Zingiber officinale ginger root through steam distillation.
In the current GC-MS analysis, α-Zingiberene is one of the main components, with an area percentage of 29.47%. Volatile components including β-Sesquiphellandrene, α-Curcumene, and β-Bisabolene were also detected.
Our COA also provides actual test results for Relative Density, Refractive Index, and Optical Rotation.
We can also provide a Fragrance Allergen Declaration.
Product Features
GC-MS Composition
The complete GC-MS profile shows the major volatile components of the current Ginger Essential Oil.
Current Batch COA
Actual batch test results for Relative Density, Refractive Index, and Optical Rotation are provided.
Fragrance Allergen Data
Fragrance allergen information based on the current GC-MS data is provided.
2-Year Shelf Life
Under the specified storage conditions, the product has a shelf life of 2 years.

Steam-Distilled Ginger Root Essential Oil
This Ginger Essential Oil uses Zingiber officinale root from China as the botanical raw material and is obtained through steam distillation.
It has a characteristic ginger aroma. The supplied batch COA lists GB 1886.29-2015 as the product standard.
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α-Zingiberene 29.47% in Current GC-MS
The current GC-MS profile of Ginger Essential Oil shows a rich composition of volatile components, with α-Zingiberene reaching an area percentage of 29.47%.
GC-MS provides a chemical composition reference for the current Ginger Essential Oil.
If you use it in perfumery, you can combine actual olfactory evaluation with the composition data.
QA and purchasing teams can also use the current profile as a reference for comparing samples and subsequent batches.
| Main GC-MS Component | Area % |
|---|---|
| α-Zingiberene | 29.47% |
| β-Sesquiphellandrene | 10.64% |
| α-Curcumene | 10.26% |
| β-Bisabolene | 5.43% |
| β-Phellandrene | 4.76% |
| Camphene | 1.90% |
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Current Batch Quality Data
The current batch COA provides actual results for Relative Density, Refractive Index, and Optical Rotation alongside the specification ranges.
These three physical parameters provide QA with clear references for batch verification and can be used to determine whether the actual supplied product falls within the established Ginger Essential Oil specification range.
Batch No.: FY-260228
| Test Item | Specification | Current Batch Result |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Pale Yellow to Yellow Liquid | Conforms |
| Odor | Characteristic Ginger Aroma | Conforms |
| Relative Density (20°C) | 0.873–0.885 | 0.876 |
| Refractive Index (20°C) | 1.488–1.494 | 1.4896 |
| Optical Rotation (20°C) | −26° to −45° | −33.723° |
| Saponification Value | ≤20 mg KOH/g | Conforms |
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Why KOSAROMA?
Botanical Aroma Portfolio
KOSAROMA focuses on natural botanical aromatic ingredients, including Essential Oils, CO₂ Extracts, and Absolutes.
For projects developing natural botanical aromas, we can provide ginger oils produced using different extraction methods, allowing you to select according to different formulation systems.
Documented Product Identity
The current batch documentation records the botanical name, plant part, origin, extraction method, and physical-property results.
These records help purchasing and QA teams verify the supplied material against the stated product identity and specification.

Fragrance Allergen Profile
The current Fragrance Allergen Declaration is prepared based on GC-MS data and with reference to EU Cosmetic Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009 and EU Regulation 2023/1545.
For cosmetic and fragrance projects intended for the EU market, these data can be used for fragrance allergen review at the raw material stage.
| Allergen | CAS No. | Approx. Content |
|---|---|---|
| Linalool | 78-70-6 | ~0.50% |
| Citral (Neral + Geranial) | 5392-40-5 | ~0.40–0.50% |
| Citronellol | 106-22-9 | ~0.26% |
| Geraniol | 106-24-1 | ~0.29% |
According to the current GC-MS profile, other fragrance allergens may be present at trace levels of <0.001%.
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Ginger Essential Oil Uses
Fine Fragrance & Perfumery
KosAroma’s Steam-Distilled Ginger Essential Oil provides perfumers with a natural ginger aromatic ingredient with a clearly identified botanical source.
The product has a characteristic ginger aroma and is supplied with the current GC-MS composition data.
You can first evaluate the aroma by smelling the actual sample and then incorporate the material into your own fragrance base to determine its role in the overall fragrance structure and final usage level.
Personal Care Fragrance
Our Ginger Essential Oil can be used in fragrance systems for personal care products.
It can be evaluated in fragrance systems for products such as shampoos; the appropriate use level should be determined within the customer’s formulation.
Technical Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Ginger Essential Oil (Steam Distilled) |
| Botanical Name | Zingiber officinale |
| Plant Part | Root |
| Extraction Method | Steam Distillation |
| Origin | China |
| CAS No. | 8007-08-7 |
| Appearance | Pale Yellow to Yellow Liquid |
| Odor | Characteristic Ginger Aroma |
| Relative Density (20°C) | 0.873–0.885 |
| Refractive Index (20°C) | 1.488–1.494 |
| Optical Rotation (20°C) | −26° to −45° |
| Saponification Value | ≤20 mg KOH/g |
| Standard | GB 1886.29-2015 |
Packaging & Storage
Reference Packaging: 1–5 kg / 25 kg
Current Batch Packaging: 50 kg/drum
Packaging Material: HDPE drums or bottles
Storage: Keep sealed in a cool, dry place and protect from light.
Shelf Life: 2 Years
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Ginger Essential Oil and Ginger Fragrance Oil?
Ginger Essential Oil is an essential oil obtained from Zingiber officinale botanical raw material.
The product on this page uses the Root and is produced through Steam Distillation.
Ginger Fragrance Oil is a formulated fragrance product designed to provide a ginger aroma.
When purchasing, you can confirm the actual product identity through Botanical Name, Plant Part, Extraction Method, and technical documentation.
Which part of the ginger plant is used for this Ginger Essential Oil?
We use Zingiber officinale Root.
The Botanical Name, Plant Part, and Steam Distillation extraction method are clearly recorded in the current product documentation and can be used directly for raw material identity verification.
What information should be compared when purchasing Ginger Essential Oil?
In addition to the actual aroma, it is recommended to compare Botanical Name, Plant Part, Extraction Method, GC-MS Profile, Relative Density, Refractive Index, and Optical Rotation.
This information helps you evaluate different Ginger Essential Oil samples from the perspectives of botanical identity, extraction method, volatile composition, and physical properties.
Can you provide technical documents for the current batch?
Our product documentation includes COA, GC-MS Analysis, and Fragrance Allergen Declaration.
The COA provides actual batch physical property data, GC-MS provides the volatile component composition, and the Allergen Declaration provides the current fragrance allergen information.
Can I request a sample before bulk purchasing?
Yes.
The final selection of natural aromatic ingredients requires actual olfactory evaluation.
You can first test the performance of Ginger Essential Oil in your own fragrance base and then proceed with the specification, quantity, and purchasing according to the test results.
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Zingiber officinale Root | GC-MS Analyzed | Current Batch COA
Steam-Distilled Ginger Essential Oil
Technical data helps you screen the product, while the actual aroma helps you make the final decision.