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Cibaria International Specialty Oil - Almond Oil - Expeller Pressed

Specialty Oil - Almond Oil - Expeller Pressed is obtained from the ripe, shell-free seeds of the almond tree (Prunus Amygdalus L.) by mechanical pressing of selected kernels and subsequent refining. The kernels contain 40 - 50 % fatty oil. Almond Oil is a light yellow clear, viscous liquid of characteristic mild odor and taste. Main cultivating countries of the almond tree are the USA (California) and to a minor extent, Spain.

Ingredient Name: Almond Oil

Functions: Carrier

Labeling Claims: Cholesterol-free, Colorants-free, Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Kosher, Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)-free, Natural, Non-GMO, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Organic, Soy-free, Sulfate-free, Wheat-free

Certifications & Compliance: GMP, Non-GMO Project Verified, Organic Certified

Features: Free of Major Allergens, Non-Irradiated, Sewage Sludge Free

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    Identification & Functionality

    Ingredient Name
    Food Ingredients Functions
    Country of Origin
    USA, Italy, Spain
    EINECS No.
    291-063-5
    Ingredients
    Almond Oil
    Technologies

    Features & Benefits

    Features & Benefits
    • Nutty taste
    • Can be used as a substitute for olive oil
    • Obtained from the dried kernel of sweet almonds
    • Rich in monounsaturated fat
    • Rich in vitamin E
    • Reduces LDL & increases HLD

    Applications & Uses

    Food & Nutrition Applications
    Applications

    Almond Oil can be used in pharmaceutical applications and parallel as a gourmet cooking oil (highly heat-able). It is used in many cosmetic applications ranging from creams and lotions to scrubbing preparations and hair conditioners.

    Properties

    Odor
    Bland, mild/Typical
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Color (Red)4.3Lovibond
    Color (Yellow)70.0Lovibond
    Density (20ºC)0.911 - 0.92
    Acid Valuemax. 0.5
    Typical Mineral Profile
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Calcium0.0mg/100 g
    Iron0.0mg/100 g
    Magnesium0.0mg/100 g
    Phosphorus0.0mg/100 g
    Potassium0.0mg/100 g
    Sodium0.0mg/100 g
    Zinc0.0mg/100 g
    Nutritional Information
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Water0.0g/100 g
    Energy884.0kcal/100 g
    Protein0.0g/100 g
    Total Lipid (Fat)100.0g/100 g
    Carbohydrate0.0g/100 g
    Fiber (Total Dietary)0.0g/100 g
    Sugars (Total)0.0g/100 g
    Fatty Acids (Total Saturated)8.2g/100 g
    Fatty Acids (Total Monounsaturated)69.9g/100 g
    Fatty Acids (Polyunsaturated)17.4g/100 g
    Cholesterol0.0mg/100 g
    Caffeine0.0mg/100 g
    Typical Analysis
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Free Fatty Acid (Expressed In Oleic Acid)max. 0.05% m/m
    Moisturemax. 0.1
    Peroxide Valuemax. 3meq/kg
    Iodine Value93 - 105
    Saponification Value185 - 200
    Refractive Index1.462 - 1.473
    Specific Gravity0.9 - 0.92
    Typical Vitamin Profile
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Vitamin C (Total Ascorbic Acid)0.0mg/100 g
    Thiamin0.0mg/100 g
    Riboflavin0.0mg/100 g
    Niacin0.0mg/100 g
    Vitamin B-60.0mg/100 g
    Folate0.0µg/100 g
    Vitamin B-120.0µg/100 g
    Vitamin A0.0µg/100 g
    Vitamin A0.0IU/100 g
    Vitamin E (Alpha-tocopherol)39.2mg/100 g
    Vitamin D (D2+D3)0.0µg/100 g
    Vitamin D0.0IU/100 g
    Vitamin K (Phylloquinone)7.0µg/100 g
    Typical Fatty Acid Ranges
    C 14:0 Myristic acid N/A
    C 16:0 Palmitic Acid 4%-9%
    C 16:1 Palmitoleic Acid Max 0.7%
    C 17:0 Heptadecanoic Acid Max 0.2%
    C 17:1 Heptadecenoic acid N/A
    C 18:0 Stearic acid Max 3%
    C 18:1 Oleic acid 58%-86%
    C 18:2 Linoleic acid 20%- 30%
    C 18:3 Linolenic acid Max 0.4%
    C 20:0 Arachidic acid MaX 0.2%
    C 20:1 Gadoleic acid (eicosenoic) Max 0.3%
    C 22:0 Behenic acid Max 0.2%
    C 22:1 Erucic Acid Max 1%
    C 24:0 Lignoceric Acid N/A

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Non-gmo
    Yes
    Kosher
    Yes
    Regulatory & Compliance
    • Sewer Sludge and Irradiation Statement: Cibaria International Products are food grade and have not had any contact with sewage sludge or radiation.
    • Proposition 65 Compliant.

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type

    Storage & Handling

    Storage Information
    • Light protected, at constant temperature, not above room temperature, in tightly sealed containers (nitrogen blanketed is best).
    • Shelf life is 15 months from date of production. Cibaria guarantees a minimum of 6 months from date of shipment.