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Black Cumin
Black Cumin
Also known as: black caraway, nigella, kalonji seeds
Low concern
Nigella sativa seeds are GRAS as a spice/natural seasoning under 21 CFR 182.10. They have a long history of culinary use.
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What it is
Seeds of Nigella sativa, used as a spice and traditional medicinal seed; sometimes confused with regular cumin (Cuminum cyminum).
Spice and flavoring agent.
Why it's flagged
- high-dose oil/extract supplements may have variable purity
What regulators actually say
"Spices and other natural seasonings and flavorings... Black caraway (Nigella sativa L.)."
"Nigella sativa seeds and their main active component thymoquinone have therapeutic potential and are generally well tolerated at culinary doses."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS spice (21 CFR 182.10 lists 'Nigella sativa L.')
European Union — EFSA
Traditional food spice
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