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Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Product code
- K0507
- Manufacturing Method
- O&3 can confirm Pecan Nut Oil, Refined is Expeller Pressed & Refined.
- Origin
- O&3 can confirm Pecan Nut Oil, Refined origin is Italy.
- Product Status
- Pure & Natural
- Functionality
- An excellent emollient.
- A wealthy Linoleic & Linolenic profile.
- Calms & protects against skin irritation.
- Aids in relieving skin & scalp irritation, both inflammation & itching.
- A popular lubricating oil, commonly used in massage for this very reason.
- A very good carrier to blend with other oils, mainly essential oils. Due to its refined state the profile of the oil does not impact the aroma of the essential oil.
- Commonly used in Sun care formulations & hair care products.
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Skin Care Applications
Properties
- Physical Form
- Odor
- Odorless
- Appearance
- Clear - light yellow oily liquid
- Analytical Properties
- Typical Fatty Acid Profile
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Color (Lovibond, 5.25” Cell) | max. 25Y, max. 2.5R | - | - |
| Free Fatty Acid (as Oleic) | max. 0.5 | % | - |
| Iodine Value | 100.0 - 120.0 | - | - |
| Peroxide Value | max. 10.0 | - | - |
| Refractive Index (at 20°C) | 1.465 - 1.470 | - | - |
| Saponification Value | 186.0 - 198.0 | - | - |
| Specific Gravity (at 20°C) | 0.910 - 0.920 | - | - |
| Unsaponifiable Matter | max. 1.5 | - | - |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Arachidic (C20:0) | max. 0.3 | - | - |
| Eicosanoic (C20:1) | max. 0.5 | - | - |
| Linoleic (C18:2) | 30.0 - 40.0 | - | - |
| Linolenic (C18:3) | 2 | - | - |
| Oleic (C18:1) | 45.0 - 60.0 | - | - |
| Palmitic (C16:0) | 5.0 - 10.0 | - | - |
| Palmitoleic (C16:1) | max. 1.0 | - | - |
| Stearic (C18:0) | 1.5 - 3.0 | - | - |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Alcohol Status
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined is free of Alcohol.
- Animal Testing
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined 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 Pecan Nut Oil, Refined has not harmed or inflicted any cruelty on animals or people in its production process.
- BSE/TSE Status
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined 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 Pecan Nut Oil, Refined 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 Pecan Nut Oil, Refined is free from Chloramphenicol residues.
- CITES Status
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined is not endangered & therefore not applicable for CITES certification.
- Classification, Labelling & Packaging (CLP)
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined complies with Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008; classification, labeling & packaging of substances and mixtures (CLP).
- CMR Status
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined is NOT classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic according to regulation 1272/2008.
- Cosmetic Status
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined 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 Pecan Nut Oil, Refined is NOT a food grade product, however it 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 Grade ingredients are available on request.
- Gluten Free
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined is not derived from, neither does it contain any Gluten ingredients.
- GMO (IP) Status
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined is not derived/produced from a raw material that has been genetically modified.
- HACCP & GMP Statement
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined 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 Pecan Nut Oil, Refined has NOT been irradiated at any stage of production.
- Kosher
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined is not Kosher Certified.
- Leaping Bunny
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined 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 Pecan Nut Oil, Refined 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 Pecan Nut Oil, Refined 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 Pecan Nut Oil, Refined that NO Nanomaterials were added at any stage of the manufacturing/production process, in accordance with EU Cosmetics Regulation.
- Organic
- Not Applicable.
- Palm Status
- O&3 can confirm that palm oil has not been used in the process of manufacturing Pecan Nut Oil, Refined .
- Parabens Status
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined is free from Parabens.
- Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids Status
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined is free from any Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids.
- REACH Status
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined 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 were used in the production of Pecan Nut Oil, Refined.
- SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern) & Impurities Status
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined is free from of SVHC and any impurities.
- The Oil Factor
- O&3 presents Pecan Nut Oil, Refined. This product, like most Nut oils is a brilliant base for hair-care formulations. It is stable & has an extensive shelf life, versatile, easy to use & incredibly cost effective. This oil is perfectly suited for those that are looking to create a relatively niche hair care range, as all our nut oils are best suited to manage that scalp of yours. We also recommend it to be used within sun care formulations. We gently refine this product to allow you to then fragrance it as you wish.
- Vegan
- O&3 can confirm that Pecan Nut Oil, Refined is suitable for Vegans.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 18 Months