Cinnamon is a spice obtained from the inner bark of several tree species from the genus Cinnamomum. Cinnamon is used mainly as an aromatic condiment and flavouring additive in a wide variety of cuisines, sweet and savoury dishes, breakfast cereals, snack foods, bagels, teas, hot chocolate and traditional foods.
CAS number 8015-91-6
Botanical Name Cinnamomum cassia
Plant Part Bark
Origin of raw material Vietnam
Origin of product Egypt
Extraction method Spray drying
Application Traditional use
Cinnamon extracts have antibacterial and antifungal properties. In traditional herbal medicine, cinnamon is used for the symptomatic treatment of mild, crampy gastrointestinal complaints including flatulence and flatulence.
In food
The cinnamon extract can be used as a flavouring extract in chewing gum, confectionery, beverages and other foods, especially as a spice extract in baked goods.
In cosmetics
The aromatic flavour of cinnamon extract makes it suitable for use as a fragrance in the perfume industry and other cosmetic products. Cinnamon extracts also have an antibacterial effect, especially against oral pathogens, which is this reason why the extract is used in toothpaste or mouthwash.
Shelf Life 5 years