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Identification & Functionality
- Ingredient Origin
- CAS No.
- 97676-19-2
- Technologies
- Product code
- K0638
- Manufacturing Method
- O&3 can confirm Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic is Cold Pressed
- Origin
- O&3 can confirm Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic origin is UK.
- Product Status
- Pure & Natural
- Functionality
- Rich in essential fatty acids. Omega 3 & 6.
- High GLA content (typically 13-17%).
- Restores damaged & wrinkled skin. There is not a personal care application you cannot apply it to.
- High ALA (alpha-linolenic acid) content.
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
Properties
- Physical Form
- Odor
- Characteristic
- Appearance
- Oily liquid
- Analytical Properties
- Typical Fatty Acid Profile
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Acid Value | max. 4.0 | — | — |
| Peroxide Value | max. 20.0 | mEq O₂/kg | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Gamma Linolenic (C18:3) | 10.0 - 19.0 | — | — |
| Linoleic (C18:2) | 41.0 - 55.0 | — | — |
| Myristic (C14:0) | max. 0.1 | — | — |
| Oleic (C18:1) | 10.0 - 20.0 | — | — |
| Palmitic (C16:0) | 4.0 - 7.0 | — | — |
| Palmitoleic (C16:1) | max. 0.1 | — | — |
| Stearic (C18:0) | 0.5 - 4.0 | — | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Alcohol Status
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic is free of Alcohol.
- Animal Testing
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed 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 Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic has not harmed or inflicted any cruelty on animals or people in its production process.
- BSE/TSE Status
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed 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 Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed 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 Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic is free from Chloramphenicol residues.
- CITES Status
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic is not endangered & therefore not applicable for CITES certification.
- Classification, Labelling & Packaging (CLP)
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic complies with Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008; classification, labeling & packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP).
- CMR Status
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic is NOT classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic according to regulation 1272/2008.
- Cosmetic Status
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed 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 Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed 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 Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic is not derived from, neither does it contain any Gluten ingredients.
- GMO (IP) Status
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic is not derived/produced from a raw material that has been genetically modified.
- HACCP & GMP Statement
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed 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 Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic has NOT been irradiated at any stage of production.
- Kosher
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic is not Kosher Certified.
- Leaping Bunny
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed 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 Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed 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 Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed 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 Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed 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 Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed 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 Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic.
- Parabens Status
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic is free from Parabens.
- Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids Status
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic is free from any Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids.
- REACH Status
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed 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 Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic.
- SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern) & Impurities Status
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic is free from of SVHC and any impurities.
- The Oil Factor
- O&3 presents Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic. Apply this oil directly to our formulation and you have yourself a high performing ingredient. Or add it into your formulation and shout about its fruitiness on your packaging. Blackcurrants are renowned for their nutrient content so we have tried to maintain as much of this within the final oil by gently cold pressing the oil. Omega 3 & 6 essential fatty acids, GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) typically 13-17%, ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), need we go on? Its what we call a classic carrier oil.
- Vegan
- O&3 can confirm that Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Cold Pressed Organic is suitable for Vegans.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 18 Months