Coriandrum sativum L. · Family: Apiaceae · Seed Extract
An aromatic coriander seed extract standardised on linalool, the defining volatile of the seed, assayed by GC at 60–70% of the volatile fraction. Prepared from the seed of Coriandrum sativum for digestive-comfort, metabolic-wellness, women's-wellness and functional-food formulators. CoA-backed, GC-verified supply from India.
Standardised Grade
Coriandrum sativum · Linalool by GCA linalool-defined aromatic active from one of the world's oldest cultivated seed spices
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.) is among the oldest cultivated spices on record, traded across the Mediterranean, the Middle East and India for millennia and established in Ayurveda as dhanyaka — a cooling digestive that anchors the classical coriander–cumin–fennel trio. The plant yields two entirely different ingredients: the leaf (cilantro), whose aroma comes from aliphatic aldehydes, and the seed — botanically a schizocarp fruit — whose warm, citrus-floral character comes from a monoterpene volatile fraction dominated by linalool. This extract is prepared exclusively from the seed.
Linalool typically makes up 60–80% of coriander seed volatile oil, which makes it the natural standardisation basis for a serious commercial extract. SV Botanica declares linalool at 60–70% of the volatile fraction, assayed by GC, with a 70–80% high-potency grade for buyers who need a tighter aromatic specification. A native 10:1 ratio extract preserving the seed's full profile — including its flavonoids, principally quercetin, and phenolic acids — and a certified-organic grade are also available.
The extract is finished as a free-flowing, pale tan to cream powder with a characteristic mild, spicy-citrus aroma. Because the marker is volatile, the assay is a genuine indicator of how the material was handled: gentle, low-temperature processing preserves the linalool load, while heat and poor sealing deplete it. The volatile-oil content and linalool figure are confirmed on every batch CoA.
We supply supplement brands, functional-food and beverage manufacturers, Ayurvedic houses and private-label formulators, with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis on every shipment.
The volatile and non-volatile constituents that define the coriander seed
The dominant monoterpene alcohol of the seed's volatile fraction — typically 60–80% — and the standardisation marker on our CoA, assayed by GC. Coriander's linalool is predominantly the (S)-(+) enantiomer, historically called coriandrol.
The principal companion monoterpenes of the volatile fraction. Their presence in natural proportion alongside linalool is part of the seed's authenticity fingerprint.
Minor esters and alcohols that round out the citrus-floral facet of the aroma and distinguish seed oil from synthetic linalool blends.
A normal minor constituent of coriander seed oil at a few percent. Elevated camphor is a quality signal — it points to poor variety selection or harsh processing.
The unusual Δ6 isomer of oleic acid that dominates the seed's fixed oil — a chemotaxonomic signature of the Apiaceae and a useful identity check on full-spectrum material.
The flavonoid and caffeic/chlorogenic-acid fraction of the seed, retained in the 10:1 full-spectrum grade and behind coriander's use in antioxidant-positioned blends.
Why formulators specify a linalool-standardised coriander seed extract — the functional role of the markers
Linalool is the volatile that defines the coriander seed. A declared linalool percentage by GC lets formulators build digestive-comfort and daily-wellness products on a consistent, verifiable aromatic load rather than a vague extract ratio — and the assay doubles as a freshness check, because linalool depletes when material is mishandled.
Coriander seed is one of the most established carminative botanicals in the world's traditional systems, anchoring the classical coriander–cumin–fennel combination. That heritage gives brands a label-friendly digestive-comfort ingredient with centuries of documented food use behind it.
Coriander leaf (cilantro) and coriander seed are chemically different ingredients from the same plant — aldehyde-driven versus linalool-driven. A seed-only declaration with GC confirmation protects a formulation from the leaf-derived material that circulates under the same trade name.
Coriander seed has an active research literature in the blood-sugar-management and lipid-wellness supplement categories, giving formulators a traditional ingredient with a contemporary research rationale for metabolic-wellness positioning.
The seed carries quercetin and caffeic-acid-family phenolics alongside its volatiles. The 10:1 full-spectrum grade retains this fraction for antioxidant-positioned and cardio-wellness blends where a whole-seed profile matters more than a single marker.
A free-flowing powder passing ≥95% through a 40-mesh sieve blends and disperses predictably, and the declared linalool load lets you hold a stable citrus-floral sensory profile across batches — valuable in teas, powders and other formats where coriander contributes flavour as well as function.
These are functional and physico-chemical properties of the actives; SV Botanica does not make medical or therapeutic claims for this ingredient.
The core specification for the linalool-standardised flagship grade, plus high-potency, ratio and organic options
| Grade | Standardisation | Form | Best For | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coriander Seed Extract 60% Standard | Linalool 60–70% of volatile fraction (GC) | Pale tan to cream fine powder, 40–80 mesh | Digestive-comfort supplements, coriander–cumin–fennel blends, capsules & tablets | Partially water-soluble |
| Coriander Seed Extract 70% High-potency | Linalool 70–80% of volatile fraction (GC) | Pale tan to cream fine powder | Premium digestive & metabolic-wellness lines, tighter aromatic specifications | Partially water-soluble |
| Coriander Seed Extract 10:1 Full-spectrum | Native 10:1 ratio (full-spectrum) | Tan to light brown fine powder | Traditional & Ayurvedic formats, herbal teas, antioxidant-positioned blends | Partially water-soluble |
| Coriander Seed Extract Organic Certified organic | Linalool declared per batch (GC); certified organic | Pale tan to cream fine powder | Organic-certified supplement & functional-food lines | Partially water-soluble |
The 60–70% linalool grade is our CoA-backed flagship, assayed by GC with identity confirmed by TLC. The high-potency, native-ratio (full-spectrum) and certified-organic grades, custom mesh and packaging can be quoted against buyer specification and order volume. Every batch is released against a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis stating the volatile-oil content and linalool figure.
Coriander Seed Extract is bought in five forms. The standardised extract is the stocked item; granulated and dispersible grades are produced on request and raw botanical forms are sourced against a confirmed order.
| Form | What it is | Specification basis | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standardised extract powder | Coriandrum sativum seed extract, dried and milled | Linalool 60–70% of the volatile fraction (GC) | Stocked |
| Granulated (direct-compression) | Extract granulated for tablet lines | Same marker, declared on the granule | On request |
| Water-dispersible / soluble | Extract in a dispersible matrix for beverages, gummies and sachets | Marker declared on the matrix basis; carrier named | On request |
| Seed powder (non-extracted) | Cleaned Coriandrum sativum seed, milled to mesh | Botanical identity by TLC; heavy metals and microbial panel | On enquiry, subject to lot; phytosanitary certificate usually required |
| Whole seed | Cleaned, graded whole seed | Purity, moisture, foreign matter; pesticide screen | On enquiry, subject to lot; spice-trade item |
A marker percentage without its assay method is not a specification; ask for the method and the plant part on every quotation. Read Coriander Seed Extract: A Complete Buyer's Guide, Linalool and How Coriander Seed Extract Is Standardised and Coriander Extract Adulteration and How Authenticity Is Proven before comparing offers.
Full product specification for Coriander Seed Extract (linalool-standardised grade). Values are specification limits, not batch results; a batch-specific CoA is issued per shipment.
| Parameter | Specification / Limit | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Botanical Source | Coriandrum sativum L. | — |
| Plant Family | Apiaceae (Umbelliferae) | — |
| Part Used | Seed (botanically the fruit, a schizocarp) | — |
| Country of Origin | India (Rajasthan & Madhya Pradesh) | — |
| Appearance | Fine powder | Organoleptic |
| Colour | Pale tan to cream* | Organoleptic |
| Odour | Characteristic, mild spicy-citrus aromatic | Organoleptic |
| Taste | Characteristic, warm, mildly citrus | Organoleptic |
| Identification | Corresponds to linalool — positive | By TLC |
| Loss on Drying (at 105°C, % w/w) | NMT 5.0 | IP-2014 |
| pH (1% w/v solution) | 4 – 7 | IP-2014 |
| Bulk Density (g/ml) | NLT 0.35 | IP-2014 |
| Particle Size (#40 mesh, % w/w) | NLT 95 | Sieve |
| Total Ash (% w/w) | NMT 7 | IP-2014 |
| Acid Insoluble Ash (% w/w) | NMT 1.5 | IP-2014 |
| Linalool (% of volatile fraction) | 60 – 70 | By GC |
| Volatile Oil Content (% w/w) | Reported per batch | Clevenger distillation |
| Residual Solvent (Ethanol, ppm) | NMT 5,000 | By GC |
| Lead (ppm) | NMT 1.0 | ICP-MS |
| Arsenic (ppm) | NMT 1.0 | ICP-MS |
| Cadmium (ppm) | NMT 0.3 | ICP-MS |
| Mercury (ppm) | NMT 0.1 | ICP-MS |
| Pesticide Residues | Complies (EU MRL, on request) | GC-MS / LC-MS/MS |
| Ethylene Oxide (ETO) | Not treated — declaration provided | LC-MS/MS (on request) |
| Aflatoxins B1 / Total (ppb) | NMT 2 / NMT 4 | HPLC-FLD |
| Total Plate Count (cfu/g) | NMT 1,000 | USP <2021> |
| Yeast & Moulds / Fungi (cfu/g) | NMT 100 | USP <2021> |
| Escherichia coli | Absent | USP <2022> |
| Salmonella sp. | Absent | USP <2022> |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Absent | USP <2022> |
| Cultivation | Cultivated | Declaration |
| Kosher / Halal | Certified (on request) | Certification |
| Shelf Life | 24 months from date of manufacture, in original packed condition (10:1 ratio grade: 36 months) | — |
| Storage | Cool, dry place away from light and moisture, in tightly sealed containers | — |
*The product is of herbal origin; slight colour variation may occur due to geographical and seasonal variation in the raw material. Linalool is assayed by GC and identity is confirmed by TLC; the enantiomeric linalool profile and full volatile-fraction chromatogram are available per batch on request. A current Certificate of Analysis and MSDS are issued with every batch. EU pesticide MRL and ethylene oxide reports are available on request.
From seed to standardised extract — authenticated, tested, documented
Raw Material & Authentication: The extract is prepared from cultivated Coriandrum sativum seed sourced from Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh, India's principal coriander belt. Because "coriander extract" circulates in both seed- and leaf-derived forms — chemically different materials — and because spent seed from the essential-oil industry is a known dilution route, linalool identity is confirmed by TLC and the volatile fraction is profiled by GC on every batch before it is accepted.
Manufacturing & Testing: Coriander Seed Extract is manufactured at certified facilities in India. Each batch runs through a full QC battery — linalool by GC, volatile-oil content, loss on drying, pH, bulk density, ash and acid-insoluble ash, mesh, residual solvent by GC, heavy metals by ICP-MS, aflatoxins, pesticide residue screening, and a complete USP microbiological panel — before release.
Documentation: Every shipment is supplied against a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis with an MSDS. Halal, Kosher and Organic certification are available. Country of Origin and export documentation are provided on request. Because dried seed spices are a recognised ethylene-oxide risk category, we supply a non-ETO declaration and can add LC-MS/MS testing — see our guides on EU pesticide MRL compliance and EU import requirements for botanical extracts.
What backs every batch of Coriander extract
Key information for global product registration and labelling
Used as a botanical active in supplement, functional-food and beverage formats, the extract is supplied to a defined linalool specification with full analytical documentation. Coriander seed has continuous, well-documented food use in essentially every market, which simplifies its regulatory position relative to novel botanicals. Buyers remain responsible for determining suitability and for compliance with the relevant food-supplement regulations in their market. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Coriandrum sativum seed extract and seed oil are established cosmetic ingredients with recognised INCI listings. Formulators in the EU should note that linalool is one of the listed fragrance allergens requiring on-label declaration above threshold concentrations in finished cosmetics — the batch linalool figure on our CoA supports that calculation. As an active input the material should be used within the buyer's finished-product safety assessment; SV Botanica supplies the specification and CoA to support that dossier.
Supplied from India by SV Botanica — FSSAI Central Licence holder and an APEDA-registered exporter. India is the world's largest producer of coriander seed, with the Rajasthan–Madhya Pradesh belt at the centre of the trade, giving direct access to the raw material base. The material is Kosher certified and shipped against a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis with export documentation available on request.
Deep-dive articles on coriander seed extract for formulators, buyers, and brand owners
How to specify coriander seed extract, the seed-versus-leaf trap, what a CoA must show, and the origin variable most buyers miss.
TechnicalWhat the linalool figure means, how GC assay works, the chiral signature of genuine seed oil, and why volatility makes storage part of the spec.
QualitySpent seed marc, synthetic linalool spiking and leaf substitution — and the identity testing that catches them.
ApplicationsDigestive, metabolic-wellness, women's-wellness and tea formats — and which coriander grade fits each.
ProcurementA scored checklist for qualifying a coriander seed extract supplier before you place a bulk order.
MarketWhere coriander demand is growing across spice, flavour, supplement and cosmetic segments, and what it means for buyers.
Frequently co-formulated with Coriander Extract in digestive, carminative & metabolic-wellness blends
Technical and commercial questions answered by our ingredients team
Linalool-standardised, lab-tested, fully documented supply of Coriandrum sativum seed extract. Assayed by GC, identity by TLC. Samples available for qualified buyers.
Supplied as a bulk ingredient for further manufacture. Buyers are responsible for compliance with the regulations of their destination market. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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