Piper nigrum · steam-distilled from dried peppercorns · bottled 100% pure and undiluted
Wholesale Sizes, 5 lbs to 400 lbs
$511.09$412.54Save 19%
For soap makers, candle crafters, and formulators working at production scale, this black pepper essential oil ships in 5, 25, and 400 pound drums, distilled from Piper nigrum to the identical purity standard poured into every retail bottle. Order the volume your batch size demands without diluting quality or documentation.
Warmth without bite: steam distillation leaves piperine's sharpness behind, so this oil carries black pepper's dry, warm, peppery character without any heat on the skin or tongue.
Every drum verified: each bulk size ships under the same published Certificate of Analysis as our smallest bottle, so formulators can confirm purity before a single batch runs.
Lowest cost per pound: buying the 400 lb drum brings the price down to roughly $42 a pound, under half of what the smallest 0.5 oz bottle costs by weight.
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✓ 100% Pure & Undiluted🌿 Cruelty-Free🧪 No Additives or Fillers
Dry, warm, and peppery, with woody, faintly floral undertones
Perfumery Note
Middle to base note
Blends Well With
Bergamot, frankincense, cedarwood, rose, and clary sage
Shelf Life & Storage
Typically 4 to 5 years unopened; store tightly capped away from heat and light
Bulk Pricing Per Pound
Size
Price
Per lb
Savings
5 lbs
$412.54
$82.51
77% less
25 lbs
$1,697.92
$67.92
81% less
400 lbs
$16,665.31
$41.66
88% less
Ways to Use It
Soap and Cosmetic Producers
Add a dry, peppery top note to bar soaps, solid perfumes, and beard oils; black pepper blends well with bergamot, cedarwood, and frankincense in cold-process formulas.
Blend into wax for a spicy, woody accent that pairs with citrus and amber notes, giving seasonal candle lines a warm, masculine-leaning signature scent.
Formulate diffuser blends and diluted massage oils with a consistent, well-documented raw material, backed by the same Certificate of Analysis on every bulk size.
Store bulk containers sealed, cool, and away from direct light to preserve aroma over time, and decant only the amount you need into a smaller airtight bottle for daily use rather than leaving a large drum open. Keep all sizes away from eyes, children, and pets. For any skin application, dilute to 0.5% to 2% in a carrier oil and patch test first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does black pepper essential oil come with lab documentation when I order in bulk? ▾
Yes. Every size we sell, including all three bulk drums, is covered by the same published Certificate of Analysis. If you need anything further for your production records, contact us before placing your order.
How does per-pound pricing work across the different sizes? ▾
The smallest retail bottle, 0.5 oz, works out to about $362 per lb of oil. Buying in bulk brings that down sharply: 5 lbs runs $82.51 per lb, 25 lbs runs $67.92 per lb, and the 400 lb drum drops to $41.66 per lb, the lowest rate we offer.
Is the bulk oil the same quality as what's in the retail bottles? ▾
Yes, there's no separate bulk grade. Every drum is drawn from the same production standard as our smallest bottle and carries the identical published Certificate of Analysis, so scaling up a batch doesn't mean scaling down quality.
Which bulk size should I start with? ▾
The 5 lb size suits a first production run or a small candle or soap line still testing formulas. The 25 lb size fits a steady, recurring line. Once you're running consistent monthly batches at manufacturing scale, the 400 lb drum offers the lowest per-pound cost.
Can I order more than 400 lbs? ▾
Yes, larger quantities are available beyond our listed 400 lb size. Contact us directly to discuss custom order volumes, and we'll work out pricing and scheduling for your production needs.
How fast do bulk orders ship? ▾
Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days of purchase. The larger bulk sizes, especially the 400 lb drum, may need a bit of extra handling time before they leave our facility. Checkout runs through our Shopify store for every size.
What's the best way to store bulk quantities of this oil? ▾
Keep the sealed drum in a cool, dark space away from heat and sunlight, which both degrade the oil's aroma over time. Rather than opening the full drum repeatedly, decant working amounts into a smaller dark glass bottle and reseal the larger container promptly after each use.
Does black pepper essential oil hold its scent through cold-process soap making? ▾
It holds up reasonably well. Because it sits more toward the middle of the scent pyramid rather than being a light top note, black pepper survives the saponification process better than citrus oils, though pairing it with a fixative like cedarwood or frankincense helps the spice carry longer in the finished bar.
