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Biocosmethic Calabash Oil

Calabash is an annual herbaceous climber coming from Cucurbitaceae family which has traditionally been collected in Rwanda and used for medicinal purposes as a soothing and healing agent. Calabash oil contains more than 55% of unsaturated fatty acids. The major unsaturated components are linoleic acid (omega-6) and oleic acid (omega-9)
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Skin Care Applications

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Characteristic
Appearance
Transparent green to yellow
Soluble in
Oils
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Content Valuemax. 10.0mgKOH/gAM2.02100
C16:0 Palmitic Acid Content6.0-22.0%AM6.20100
C16:1 Palmitoleic Acid Contentmax. 5.0%AM6.20100
C18:0 Stearic Acid Contentmax. 8.0%AM6.20100
C18:1 Oleic Acid Content2.0-15.0%AM6.20100
C18:2 Linoleic Acid Content55.0-86.0%AM6.20100
C18:3 Linolenic Acid Contentmax. 2.0%AM6.20100
Iodine Value120-145g/100gAM2.02300
Peroxide Valuemax. 20.0Meq O2 /KgAM2.02200

Technical Details & Test Data

Additional Information

Color or transparency of vegetable oils may evolve after production without affecting the properties of the product. In case of turbidity, filter before using.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
12 months
Storage and Handling

To be stored in hermetically closed vessels at a temperature between 10º and 25ºC, and protected from direct light and humidity.