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Huiles Bertin Organic Virgin Hibiscus Oil

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Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

CAS No.
84775-96-2
EC No.
283-920-7

Applications & Uses

Traditional Uses

The cosmetic qualities of this oil come from its strong content in essential fatty acid which supports the synthesis of the cellular mediators. Its wealth of omega 6 makes it possible to assert the positive role of this oil in membrane fluidity and the function barrier of the skin. Its high content in tocopherols confers vitamin and antioxydant properties. It is traditionally used in body and hair cares.

Properties

Odor
Characteristic, Aromatic
Taste
Aromatic
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acid Valuemax. 10.00mg KOH/g-
Iodine Number81--
Peroxide Numbermax. 20.00meqO2/kg-
Saponification Number195mg KOH/g-
Specific Gravity0.92--
∆5-Avenasterol6%-
Campesterol14%-
Cholesterol0.6%-
Cholesterol1.4%-
Density (at 20°C)0.911-0.925--
Linolenic Acid (18:2 n-6)39 - 54--
lodine Index81--
Oleic Acidmax. 2 %-
Oleic Acid (18:1 n-9)26 - 33--
Oxydation Stability15.53--
Palmitic Acid (16:0)16 - 22--
Peroxyde Indexmax. 20meq/kg-
Refraction Index (at 20°C)1.470-1.480--
Saponification Index195--
Stearic Acid (18:0)max. 8--
Tocopherols1300 - 2000mg/L-
α-tocopherol25%-
β-sitosterol72%-
γ-tocopherol74.5%-
δ-tocopherol0.5%-

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
12 months
Storage & Shelf Life

Storage for 12 months at <15°C in a tightly closed container in a dry, dark place.