Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Piper nigrum

About This Material

Black Pepper essential oil is distilled from the dried berries of Piper nigrum, one of the most widely traded spices in history. India has been a primary source of black pepper for centuries, and its essential oil is a valued material in perfumery for the dry, sharp, and invigorating character it brings to a composition.

Olfactive Profile

Dry, sharp, and spicy with a warm, woody depth and a clean, slightly green freshness. Black Pepper oil has a crisp, invigorating quality in the top notes that transitions into a warmer, more resinous dry-down. It is assertive yet refined, adding a distinctive edge to any blend.

Perfumery Uses

• Used as a spicy top note in woody, oriental, and masculine compositions
• Adds a dry, sharp contrast to sweet or heavy base notes like oud, amber, and musk
• Blends well with sandalwood, vetiver, citrus, rose, and labdanum
• A classic material in modern niche perfumery and traditional Indian spice blends

Size Options

Available in 2 ml, 6 ml, and 30 ml.