Apricot Kernel Oil

An all-natural, expeller-pressed apricot kernel oil with virtually no scent, supplied for cosmetic and soap formulations.

Supplier identifies the oil as lightweight and notes naturally occurring Vitamin A, oleic acid, and linoleic acid.

Country of Origin: Spain.

Storage & Handling

Physical Form: Light yellow liquid

Solubility: Insoluble in water

Short-Term Storage: Keep airtight, dark, and at cool room temperature.

Long-Term Storage: Minimize air exposure; refrigeration can extend shelf life.

Best Used By: One year from date of purchase.

Shelf Life in Finished Manufacturing: Published information states one year from manufacturing date.

Formulation Data

INCI: Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil

Common Name: Apricot Kernel Oil

SAP KOH: 0.195

SAP NaOH: 0.139

Recommended Use

Cold & Hot Process Soaps: 10–30%

Lip Products: 2–10%

Lotions & Creams: 2–5%

Additive Guidance

Cold/Hot Process Soap — Fragrance Oil: Maximum 6%

Cold/Hot Process Soap — Essential Oil: Maximum 2%

Lotions & Scrubs — Fragrance Oil: Maximum 3%

Lotions & Scrubs — Essential Oil: Maximum 1%

Regulatory Information

California Prop 65: Published information states this product is not on the CA Prop 65 list of toxic chemicals.

Product Details

Country of Origin: Spain

Allergen Information

No separate allergen declaration was located in the currently published technical information. INCI: Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil.

Technical Documents

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