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INCI: Prunus dulcis Oil

CAS N°.: 8007-69-0

EINECS N°.: 232-370-6

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Ref.: FHON11EU

Refined SWEET ALMOND OIL is obtained from the ripe, shell-free seeds of the almond tree, by pressing of selected kernels and subsequent refining.
It is a non-irritable,and soothing skin oil. SWEET ALMOND OIL can be used in cosmetic applications.

 

Technical Information
 Color Yellow clear
 Density at 20°C 0.911 – 0,920
 Acid value (g KOH/g)
 < 1
 Peroxide value (meq/Kg)
 5 max
 Iodine value (g/I2/100)
 93 - 105
 Saponification value (mg KOH/g)
 185 - 195
 Unsaponifiable fraction
 1 max
Palmitic acid C16 : 0 4,0 - 9,0 max
 Palmitoleic acid  C16 : 1 1 % max
Stearic acid
 C18 : 03 %
Oleic acid
 C18 : 1 62 - 86 %
Linoleic acid
 C18 : 220 - 30 %
Linolenic acid
 C18 : 3
 0,4 % max
Arachidic acid
 C20 : 0 0,2 % max
Gadoleic acid
 C20 : 1 0,3 % max

 

Properties and Cosmetic Applications
Sweet Almond Oil is used in cosmetics as a base for skin oils and creams where its stability is very much appreciated.

 

Packaging and Storage
Storage : light protected and not above room temperature, in tightly sealed containers.
Shelf life :18 months in original unopened packaging.