Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- CAS No.
- 8024-32-6
- EC No.
- 232-428-0
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Product code
- K0821
- Manufacturing Method
- O&3 can confirm Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is Expeller Pressed & Refined
- Origin
- O&3 can confirm Avocado Oil, Refined Organic origin is Ethiopia.
- Product Status
- Pure & Natural
- Functionality
- 100% Organic.
- A sustainable origin story to back up the product (more info upon request), which includes providing local infrastructure for the farmers.
- Rich in vitamins A, B1, B2 & D.
- Rich in essential fatty acids & minerals.
- Popular in massage & as a moisturizer applied directly to the skin due to its skin healing properties.
- Aids in hydrating & repairing mature & damaged skin. Super for dried skin.
- Commonly used in lip care for its content of lecithin.
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Application Format
- Color Cosmetic Applications
Properties
- Physical Form
- Odor
- Odorless, Oily
- Appearance
- Clear oily liquid
- Analytical Properties
- Typical Fatty Acid Profile
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Acid Value | max. 0.50 | — | — |
| Color (Lovibond, 5.25” Cell) | max. 35Y, 3.5R | — | — |
| Free Fatty Acid (as Oleic) | max. 0.25 | % | — |
| Peroxide Value | max. 10.0 | mEq O₂/kg | — |
| Refractive Index (at 20°C) | 1.460 - 1.480 | — | — |
| Saponification Value | 170.0 - 200.0 | mg(KOH)/g | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Erucic (C22:1) | max. 0.5 | — | — |
| Gondoic (C20:1) | max. 1.0 | — | — |
| Linoleic (C18:2) | 6.0 - 25.0 | — | — |
| Linolenic (C18:3) | max. 5.0 | — | — |
| Oleic (C18:1) | 30.0 - 80.0 | — | — |
| Palmitic (C16:0) | 4.0 - 36.0 | — | — |
| Palmitoleic (C16:1) | max. 18.0 | — | — |
| Stearic (C18:0) | max. 3.0 | — | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Alcohol Status
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is free of Alcohol.
- Animal Testing
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic has not been Animal Tested for cosmetic purposes by or on behalf of the company, nor has any of its component parts named in the International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary & Handbook (11th Edition), 31st December 1990.
- Animal Testing
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic has not harmed or inflicted any cruelty on animals or people in its production process.
- BSE/TSE Status
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is not derived from Animal Origin, therefore a BSE/TSE statement is not applicable.
- Calif Proposition 65
- O&3 can confirm to their best of their knowledge that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic does not contain any contaminants or bi-products known to the State of California that may cause cancer or reproductive toxity as listed under proposition 65 State Drinking Water & Toxic Enforcement Act.
- Chloramphenicol Residue
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is free from Chloramphenicol residues.
- CITES Status
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is not endangered & therefore not applicable for CITES certification.
- Classification, Labelling & Packaging (CLP)
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic complies with Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008; classification, labeling & packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP).
- CMR Status
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is NOT classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic according to regulation 1272/2008.
- Cosmetic Status
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is suitable for cosmetic application. It is not included in the list of substances prohibited in cosmetic products. Neither does it contain parabens, restricted preservatives, colorants or UV filters (Annex II - VI of EU Regulation 1223/2009).
- Food Status
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is suitable for food application, only when the appropriate quantity/dilution is used. This material complies with European Food Regulations (i.e. 1881/2006). Please note, if you intend on using this product as a food ingredient we insist you email our Technical Team before doing so for our opinion on the dilution applied to your finished product.
- Gluten Free
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is not derived from, neither does it contain any Gluten ingredients.
- GMO (IP) Status
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is not derived/produced from a raw material that has been genetically modified.
- HACCP & GMP Statement
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic has been produced under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and a HACCP system.
- Halal
- O&3 can confirm this product is NOT Halal certified, however it does not contain any animal derived product or ingredient.
- Irradiation Status
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic has NOT been irradiated at any stage of production.
- Kosher
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is not Kosher Certified.
- Leaping Bunny
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic complies with the criteria of the Humane Cosmetics Standard & has not been tested or re-tested on animals for cosmetic purposes by or on behalf of O&3.
- Microbiological & PAH Status & Heavy Metals & Pesticides
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic does not have a micro specification because the product was sterilized in the production process. We can confirm that there is no detectable amounts of pesticides. It is produced from natural raw material and complies within the limits of the oil-related requirements of European Regulation 1881/2006 regarding heavy metals, dioxins, dioxin-like PCBs, Benzo-a-pyrene & PAH.
- Mycotoxins Status
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is compliant with the requirements of the Regulation (EC) N° 1881/2006. We can confirm this product is free from: Aflatoxins, Ergot alkaloids, Patulin, Alternaria toxins, Ochratoxin A, Fusarium toxins.
- Nanomaterials Status
- O&3 can confirm with reference to Avocado Oil, Refined Organic that NO Nanomaterials were added at any stage of the manufacturing/production process, in accordance with EU Cosmetics Regulation.
- Organic
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is certified Organic, please refer to our Organic Certificate and Trading schedule.
- Palm Status
- O&3 can confirm that no palm oil has been used in the process of manufacturing Avocado Oil, Refined Organic.
- Parabens Status
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is free from Parabens.
- Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids Status
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is free from any Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids.
- REACH Status
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic supplied is exempt as per Annex IV & V according to EU regulations 1907/2006. This product is not chemically modified, it comes under derogation pursuant to EU regulation 987/2008, Annex II, #9. Hence registration is not required for this product. We can also confirm that none of the substances on the SVHC candidate list can be verified in a concentration of >0.1% in our product.
- Residual Solvents
- O&3 can confirm that NO solvents or preservatives have been used in the production of Avocado Oil, Refined Organic.
- SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern) & Impurities Status
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is free from of SVHC and any impurities.
- The Oil Factor
- O&3 presents Avocado Oil, Refined Organic. Our Avocado Oil originates from Ethiopia where we utilize the damaged Avocados (that are not fit for sale as a fruit). The co-operative we work with produces local jobs & infrastructure - there is a wealth of sustainability info that we are happy to share on request. This high vitamin enriched oil is delicately expeller pressed then refined from the flesh of the Avocado pear. Commonly used in hair products due to its ability to stimulate hair growth. Its popularity is due to a long list of functionalities but most of all its ability to penetrate & absorb into the skin like no other. Its versatility will allow a wide range of application from skin care to hair maintenance.
- Vegan
- O&3 can confirm that Avocado Oil, Refined Organic is suitable for Vegans.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 18 Months