Sabinsa Cosmetics Vitex Oil

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Plant Extracts

Chemical Name

Vitex Trifolia Fruit Extract

INCI Name

Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract

Ingredient Origin

Natural Origin,

Plant Origin

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Absorbent,

Anti-Acne Agent,

Astringent

CAS No.

91722-47-3

EC No.

294-446-5

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives

Skin Actives

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Texturizers & Fillers

Product Details

• Product code : 2205
• Botanical/Scientific name : Vitex agnus castus
• Plant part : Berries
• Preparation type : Extraction
• Solvent used for extraction : Hexane
• Solvent used in manufacture : Methanol
• Final extract ratio : 35:1 to 45:1
• Standardization : Free fatty acids, Artemetin
• Excipient used : None

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Anti-Acne,

Antiseptic,

Soothing

Labeling Claims

BSE-free,

Clean at Sephora,

GMO-free,

Natural,

Naturally Derived,

Organic,

TSE-free,

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Skin Care

Application Format

Creams,

Leave On,

Lotions

Skin Care Applications

Facial Moisturizer

Treatment Product Applications

Acne Treatments

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Odor

Characteristic odor

Appearance

Reddish brown to golden brown oily liquid

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Acid Value	75 - 150	—	USP<401>
Saponification Value	75 - 200	—	USP<401>
Specific Gravity	min. 0.92	—	USP <841>

Chemical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Total Free Fatty Acids (GC)	min. 30	% w/w	SLL/STP-F-005
Linoleic Acid Content	min. 10	% w/w	SLL/STP-F-005
Artemetin Content (HPLC)	min. 0.40	% w/w	SLL/STP-A-028

Other Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Arsenic Content	max. 1	ppm (μg/g)	USP <2232>
Cadmium Content	max. 1	ppm (μg/g)	USP <2232>
Lead Content	max. 3	ppm (μg/g)	USP <2232>
Mercury Content	max. 0.1	ppm (μg/g)	USP <2232>

Microbiological Values

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Coliforms Count	max. 10	cfu/g	BAM 2001, 8th Edition, Chapter 4
Escherichia Coli	Negative	per 10g	USP <62>
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa	Negative	per 10g	USP <62>
Salmonella	Negative	per 10g	USP <62>
Staphylococcus Aureus	Negative	per 10g	USP <62>
Total Aerobic Microbial Count	max. 5000	cfu/g	USP <61>
Total Yeasts and Molds Count	max. 100	cfu/g	USP <61>

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

CosIng Listed,

Halal,

Kosher

Chemical Inventories

IECSC (China)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life

2 Years

Storage Condition

Store at room temperature.