Black Seed Oil Market Size, Share, and Industry Analysis, By Product Type (Oil, Powders, Tablets & Capsules and Soft Gels), By Application (Pharmaceuticals, Personal Care & Cosmetics, and Food & Beverage), and Regional Forecast, 2024-2032

Black seed oil, also commonly known as black cumin seed or kalonji oil, is derived from the Nigella sativa plant, native to Western Asia and Central Europe. Its oil and seeds have a longstanding history and have been used for ages in the treatment of several ailments worldwide. Among numerous medicinal plants, black cumin seed is considered a miracle herb with a solid religious and historical background. According to various research, black seed oil is a good source of active biological components and nutrients, which include alkaloids, saponins, thymoquinone, fatty acids, and protein, thus making it a favored choice among consumers. Owing to their pharmacological potential, their seeds can be used as expectorant, stimulant, sedative, diuretic, and carminative. Other than this, these seeds are prominently used in Arabic herbal medicine to cure various diseases, such as gastrointestinal problems, skin diseases, bronchitis, jaundice, diabetes, and hypertension. Thus, due to it’s its strong pharmacological properties, black seed is counted as one of the important plants in the fields of traditional medicine such as Ayurveda and Unani.

Apart from its therapeutic effects, black seeds are also used in cuisines either for tempering or as a topping on bread. Majorly, it is used to top flatbreads in Middle Eastern cuisines and used as a garnishing agent for salads and stir fries. Moreover, due to its popularity and health advantages, these seeds are used in personal care cosmetics (serum, shampoo) to enhance their quality.

Key Insights

The report covers the following key insights:

• Overview of the Parent/Related Market


• Supply Chain and Regulatory Analysis


• Impact of COVID-19 on the Global Black Seed Oil Market


• Recent Key Industry Developments

Segmentation

Analysis by Product Type

On the basis of product type, the global market is segmented into oil, powder, tablets & capsules, and soft gels. Out of all the categories, the oil segment held a prominent position in the market and is expected to maintain its position over the forecast period. Factors contributing to the segment’s growth include easy formulation and miscibility in various ingredients. Also, due to the growing inclination toward healthy eating habits, consumers are turning toward black seed oil as a cooking medium. Moreover, the surging awareness of the adverse effects of chemical-based products in cosmetics or medicinal formulations further drives the demand for black seed oil.

The soft gel segment is anticipated to secure second position in the market due to the growing cases of chronic aliments. These soft gels are proven to be useful in treating high blood pressure, rheumatoid arthritis and heart ailments. Also, its easier usage than conventional tablets and higher stability make it a suitable option for consumers.  

Analysis by Application

On the basis of application, the market is distributed into pharmaceuticals, personal care & cosmetics, and food & beverage. Out of all, the pharmaceuticals segment held the lion’s share in the market’s revenue as a result of the soaring number of chronic diseases. In today’s time, consumers are mindful of the significance of their health and are seeking “better-for-you” products that can provide benefits to their health. Thus, the majority of individuals are engaged in consuming black seed oil enriched oil or capsules, which can fulfil the requirement of essential vitamins and other nutrients. Moreover, the demand for natural remedies was fueled during the pandemic phase, which attracted a broad consumer base.

The personal care & cosmetics segment is likely to experience strong growth, mainly due to its rejuvenating properties. The antioxidant properties of cumin seed oil influenced the manufacturers to use it in haircare and skincare products. Benefits achieved via using black seed oil include improvement in texture and skin tone and it also acts as a skin shield.

Regional Analysis

On the basis of region, the market is distributed into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, and Middle East & Africa. Amongst all, Asia Pacific is expected to emerge as the leading region in the market due to growing applications of seed oil and enhanced cultivation. As the nigella sativa tree is native to the Asian region, the inhabitants are more aware of the properties of black seed, which escalated its utilization in the region. Moreover, the increasing consumer preferences for nutritional supplements over pharmaceuticals for the cure of several diseases improved its consumption rate. Also, with time, the regional demand is expected to grow as the Asian population is heading toward healthy substitutes, where black seed oil plays a significant role.

Europe is the second leading region and offers lucrative opportunities for future growth. The rising trend of sports nutrition in the region strengthens the demand for natural supplements, such as black seed oil. Also, the growing popularity of organic personal care cosmetics further supports the demand for black seed oil.

Key Players Covered

Key players in the market include Amazing Nutrition, ConnOils LLC, TriNutra Ltd., Sabinsa Corporation, Safa Honey Co., The Kerfoot Group, Z-Company, Manish Agro, The Black Seed Oil Co., and Nature’s Blends.

Key Industry Developments

• In November 2023, TriNutra announced that its black seed oil will be featured in dietary supplements in Thailand. The oil will provide similar benefits to supplements, such as improving cardiovascular health and immunity.   


• In May 2021, Speaking Herbs, an Indian organic wellness brand, launched its new cold-pressed black seed oil across the Indian market. The oil is composed of food-grade and non-GMO seeds of Nigella sativa and is 100% free from chemicals, such as palm oil, mineral oil, and other artificial colors.