Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Chemical Name
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- EINECS No.
- 232-293-8
- Product Families
- Main Countries of Origin
- Seed: India
- Oil: India
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
Applications & Uses
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Slight yellow liquid, viscous and hygroscopic, Clear at 40°C
- Slightly Soluble in
- Light petroleum
- Miscible in
- Ethanol, Glacial acetic acid
- Fatty Acid Composition
- Physico-Chemical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Palmitic Acid (16:0) | max. 2 | % | Ph. Eur. [2.4.22] |
| Stearic Acid (18:0) | max. 2.5 | % | Ph. Eur. [2.4.22] |
| Oleic Acid and Isomers (18:1) | 2.5 - 6.0 | % | Ph. Eur. [2.4.22] |
| Linoleic Acid (18:2) | 2.5 - 7.0 | % | Ph. Eur. [2.4.22] |
| Linolenic Acid (18:3) | max. 1 | % | Ph. Eur. [2.4.22] |
| Eicosenoic Acid (20:1) | max. 1 | % | Ph. Eur. [2.4.22] |
| Ricinoleic Acid | 85.0 - 92.0 | % | Ph. Eur. [2.4.22] |
| Any Other Fatty Acid (for each fatty acid) | max. 1 | % | Ph. Eur. [2.4.22] |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Acid Value | max. 0.8 | mg KOH/g | Ph. Eur. [2.5.1] |
| Peroxide Value | max. 5.0 | meq O₂/kg | Ph. Eur. [2.5.5] |
| Refractive Index (at 20°C) | 1.479 | — | Ph. Eur. [2.2.6] |
| Refractive Index (at 20°C) | 0.958 | — | Ph. Eur. [2.2.5] |
| Viscosity (at 20°C) | 1000.0 | mPas | Ph. Eur. [2.2.9] |
| Optical Rotation | 3.5 - 6 | Degree | Ph. Eur. [2.2.7] |
| Unsaponifiable Matter | max. 0.8 | % | Ph. Eur. [2.5.7] |
| Hydroxyl Value | min. 160 | mg KOH/g | Ph. Eur. [2.5.3] |
| Specific Absorbance (at 270nm) | 0.7 - 1.5 | — | Ph. Eur. [2.2.25] |
| Water Content | max. 0.3 | % | Ph. Eur. [2.5.32] |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
- Grade
- Regulatory Declarations
Vegan
Suitable for vegan diet:
- The product does not contain any animal derived ingredients or by-products
- The product is not manufactured using any animal derived ingredients, processing aids or precursors
- The manufacturer of the ingredients is appropriately separated from manufacturer of any ingredients of animal origin
Certified kosher: 100% vegetal, kosher but not certified
Halal: 100% vegetal, Halal but not certified
Free from Alcohol: Yes
Preservatives, Antioxidants: The oil is free from additives. A suitable antioxidant is only added on deliberate request and clearly marked on the cover sheet of the CoA
Allergens:
- Due to the origin and the processing not to expect
- Food allergens are not applicable, The oil is non-food
Cosmetic Allergens: Does not contain substances classified as sensitizers according to the Reg. (EC) No. 1223/2009 annex III.
Cosmetics Reg (EC) 1223/2009: Does not contain substances listed in Annex II to VI of the cosmetic legislation 1223/2009 and its amendments as ingredients. Contaminations with forbidden/restricted substances are not expected but not analyzed.
GMO: No labeling required according to Reg. (EC) No. 1829/2003 and 1830/2003
CMR: The oil does not contain substances in levels which are toxic
Microbiological Limits: The oil is heated to ca. 100°C. Any microorganisms should be inactivated. Due to the absence of moisture in the oil, microorganisms cannot develop.
Pesticides: Complies with maximum residual limits (MRL) for fats and oils set forth
- Attachments 1-3 to EU regulation 396/2005 for pesticides in its latest consolidated version
PAH : Limits according: Attachment to EU Reg.1881/2006 for other contaminants for food and food ingredients on its latest consolidated version
Dioxins: Limits according: Attachment to EU Reg.1881/2006 for other contaminants for food and food ingredients on its latest consolidated version
Glycidyls: Limits according: Attachment to EU Reg.1881/2006 for other contaminants for food and food ingredients on its latest consolidated version
3MCPD : Limits according: Attachment to EU Reg.1881/2006 for other contaminants for food and food ingredients on its latest consolidated version
Aflatoxins : Limits according: Attachment to German Kontaminanten VO for Aflatoxins in its latest consolidated version
Heavy Metals: Due to origin and manufacturing process not to expect, MRL according to annex to EU Reg. 1881/2006 applies for Pb with <0,1ppm
Metal Catalysts: Produced without catalysts
Glycol Ether: Free of glycol ether
Trans-Fatty Acids: The oil is non-food
Formaldehyde: Free of formaldehyde or any type of formaldehyde releaser
Melamine, Maltodextrin: Free of melamine and Maltodextrin
Novel Food: The oil is non-food
Residual Solvent: Free of any residual solvent
VOC: Does not contain volatile organic compounds with respect to Directive 2009/32/EC. The risk of VOC as contamination is neglectable.
Nanotechnology: Not used and no nanomaterials added
Irradiation: Not treated with ionizing radiation
Animal Testing: Has not been tested on animals on behalf of Gustav Heess GmbH
BSE / TSE: The oil is of vegetable origin, no risk of BSE/TSE. The supply chain of vegetable oils & fats is completely segregated from the supply of animal fat
Nutritional value: The oil is non-food.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging
IBC (Material HDPE) Drum (Crude Steel) Canisters (Material HDPE) 900 kg 200 kg 27 kg
Storage & Handling
- Storage Conditions
- Dry, ambient storage (20°C +/- 5°C) under absence of direct sunlight and off-odors.
- Cool storage (10°C +/- 5°C) can significantly enhance quality preservation. Freezing should be avoided.
Retest Date:
IBC Metal Drum Plastic Tin 12 Months 24 Months 6 Months