Apricot Kernel Oil

Apricot Kernel Oil is a wonderful product with skin-moisturizing and revitalizing properties similar to those of Sweet Almond. Apricot Kernel Oil is easily absorbed into the skin and recommended for all skin types but is especially useful for mature, dry, inflamed or sensitive skin.

Used widely in the aromatherapy and cosmetics industries in balms, creams, lotions and soap-making. Rich in oleic and linoleic acids, this oil is mild enough to be used directly on babies' skin. Apricot Kernel Oil has a light texture for a non-oily finish easy spreadability.

Suggested Product Use Levels:

Balms:	5 - 50%
CP Soap:	3 - 15%
Creams & Lotions:	2 - 30%

Key Characteristics INCI Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil SAP Value 185 - 195     NaOH Value (Oz.) 0.134     KOH Value (Oz.) 0.189 Iodine Value 97-108 Flashpoint 463 °F Specific Gravity 0.915 Acid Value 0.3 max. Free Fatty Acids 0.5 max. Peroxide Value 10 max. Shelf Life 12 months Storage Store in a cool, dark place away from heat and light. Refrigeration after opening is recommended to maintain shelf life. Also, the addition of T-50 Mixed Tocopherols can help extend shelf life.

Fatty Acids Eicosenoic <1% Linoleic 20% - 35% Linolenic <1% Oleic 55% - 70% Palmitic 3% - 7% Palmitoleic <1.4% Stearic <2%