Apricot Kernel Oil Refined

We are offering apricot kernel oil refined
apricot kernel oil
fda registered, cgmp proven quality, all natural
our company supplies apricot kernel oil for various applications. We ship many types of oils and fats in 5, 30, 55, & 275 gallon containers to truck load and tank trucks, containers and as per buyer's (not all products available in all pack sizes). We wholesale vegetable oils, including apricot kernel oil and we are known in the industry for fair deals, quality products and fast delivery. Export service is available. Please contact us for latest prices and discounts on apricot kernel oil.
general information
expeller pressed from air dried apricots this natural oil has similar properties as sweet almond oil. Light in color with a pleasant nutty odor, it is high in vitamin a and used in the manufacture of creams, balms, lotions and cosmetics.
coveted for its high vitamin e content and skin softening properties, apricot kernel oil is a non-greasy emollient primarily used as a carrier.
apricot kernel oil is a triglyceride in the same category as avocado oil, olive oil and sesame oil. It's comprised of approximately:
75 percent oleic acid;
20 percent linoleic acid;
unsaturated fatty acids esterfied with glycerin.
Common uses of apricot kernel oil
skin softener / moisturizing agent for body oils, lotions, creams and other cosmetics
replacement for mineral oil
occlusive agent
benefits of apricot kernel oil
prevents evaporation of water
adds good slip and lubricity to products
offers rapid skin absorption
contains high vitamin e content
helps skin retain elasticity, clarity, and suppleness
general specifications
test
method
range
specific gravity @ 25°c
usp
0.910-0.923
free fatty acids
usp
iodine value
usp
90 - 108
peroxide value
usp
10 max
color gardner
aocs td la-64
2 max
appearance
pale yellow, bright & clear oily liquid
odor
bland, almost odorless
typical fatty acid composition (%)
c16:0
5.4
c18:2
22.3
c18:0
1.7
c18:3
9.8
c18:1
58.5
c22:1
2.0 max