Essential Oils and Natural Extracts in the Spice Industry

The spice industry is evolving beyond dried herbs and powders. Today, essential oils and natural extracts represent the most concentrated and versatile forms of plant-derived value.At Tuna Spice, the extraction and trade of essential oils are rooted in Mediterranean authenticity, scientific precision, and clean sourcing.

What Are Essential Oils and Natural Extracts?

Essential Oils

Volatile aromatic compounds obtained through steam distillation of leaves, flowers, or seeds.They carry the plant’s true aroma and bioactive properties.

Natural Extracts

Non-volatile components derived via solvent or CO₂ extraction, containing flavor compounds, antioxidants, and phenolics used across multiple industries.

Key Differences

Feature	Essential Oils	Natural Extracts
Composition	Volatile oils	Non-volatile bioactives
Method	Steam distillation	Solvent / CO₂ extraction
Applications	Aromatherapy, flavoring	Food, cosmetics, pharma

Mediterranean Excellence in Oil Production

Herb Origins

Tuna Spice sources oregano, rosemary, thyme, sage, and laurel leaves from the Mediterranean — regions with optimal sunshine, altitude, and soil balance for oil-rich plants.

Distillation Process

The company’s partner facilities use stainless steel steam distillers to ensure high purity and consistent yield.

• Water vapor passes through plant material

• Oils are separated via condensation

• Collected and filtered to remove impurities

Quality Control

Every batch is analyzed for:

• Refractive Index

• Optical Rotation

• Specific Gravity

• GC–MS profile (to verify authenticity)

Applications Across Industries

Food & Beverage

Essential oils enhance flavor intensity in sauces, snacks, and beverages while replacing synthetic additives.

Cosmetics & Personal Care

Rosemary, lavender, and sage oils are prized for their antioxidant and antimicrobial effects in skincare and hair products.

Pharmaceuticals & Wellness

Natural extracts support therapeutic formulations — from digestive tonics to inhalation blends — with traceable botanical origin.

Tuna Spice’s Product Range

Bay Laurel Oil (Leaf & Berry)

Renowned for its deep, spicy aroma and antiseptic properties — ideal for soaps and ointments.

Oregano and Thyme Oils

Rich in carvacrol and thymol, offering strong antibacterial and antioxidant actions.

Rosemary and Sage Oils

Used in food preservation and natural fragrance applications.

Citrus and Myrtle Oils

Provide fresh, floral notes suitable for aromatherapy and perfumery.

Each product is available in bulk packaging (5–25 kg drums) with full COA and MSDS documentation.

Sustainability and Purity Assurance

Clean Extraction Practices

No chemical solvents or synthetic additives — only steam and water are used for distillation.

Traceability

QR-coded documentation links each oil to its source batch and distillation date.

Eco-Friendly Operations

Residual biomass from distillation is repurposed as organic compost for partner farms, closing the sustainability loop.

The Tuna Spice Vision

For Tuna Spice, essential oils represent the essence of Mediterranean nature, distilled through science and respect for tradition.Each drop carries the aroma of its land, the precision of clean technology, and the transparency of responsible trade.

Authenticity is not extracted — it’s preserved.