Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- CAS No.
- 65381-09-1
- EC No.
- 277-452-2, 265-724-3
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Product Details
- Coconut oil used in cosmetics or natural products is often referred to as Fractionated or MCT Coconut Oil. The word "Fractionated" stands for the process that separates the different types of fat in virgin coconut oil and MCT stands for “Medium Chain Triglycerides”. With MCT/Fractioned Coconut Oil, the Lauric Acid is removed using Hydrolysis and Steam Distillation, leaving only the medium-chain fatty acids, specifically capric and caprylic fatty acids. These 2 medium-chain fatty acids (capric and caprylic fatty acids) are what make up the MCT/Fractionated Coconut Oil in its final state. Virgin Oils always have a strong and distinct smell, richer color and may have a slightly thicker viscosity, whereas MCT oil has no odor and is a very light oil. When making cosmetics or natural products, sometimes virgin coconut oil creates some limitations regarding the formulation of certain products, like lotions, creams, lip balm and soap. This is due to the long-chain fatty acids going solid at a certain temperature. Fractionated Coconut oil also has great stability and longer shelf life than its counterpart Virgin coconut oil. Fractionated Coconut oil is a light, absorbent and colorless oil with a variety of uses. High in Vitamin E and antioxidants, it blends easily with other oils and ingredients. In skin care it is valued as it is soothing for the skin and an emollient which helps provide a soothing barrier. It is great in body care products, hair care and massage blends.
- Product Benefits
Properties: Moisturizing, antioxidant. antibacterial
Massage: As Fractionated Coconut oil is very light and stays liquid, it makes a perfect, easy to use massage oil without leaving the skin feel greasy. As it has no odor, it is a great carrier oil to help you mix your own massage oil blends.
Skincare: Due to its antioxidant and moisturizing properties, this oil can help keep the skin soft and supple and reduce the signs of aging skin. It can help promote wound healing due to its antibacterial properties. It is ideal for hydrating dry skin and will not clog the pores.
Haircare: This is a very light oil and mixed with another oil like jojoba or olive can be very beneficial for a dry flaky scalp and dry or frizzy hair. Great in lip balms, body butters and creams, sports balms and soaps.It is recommended to do a skin patch test to check for a possible allergic reaction, before using certain oils in large quantities on the skin.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Bath & Shower Applications
- Color Cosmetic Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Skin Care Applications
- Treatment Product Applications
- Common Uses
- Commonly used ingredient for skin care, hair care, personal care and massage.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Odor
- odorless, Low odor, Faint characteristic coconut
- Appearance
- Light yellow clear liquid
- Specifications
- Note
- The specifications and chemical composition of coconut can vary according to variety, climate and environment.
- General Chemical Composition
The main chemical constituents of Coconut Oil are:
- Caproic Acid
- Caprylic Acid
- Capric Acid
- Lauric Acid
- Myristic Acid
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Specific Gravity (at 20°C) | 0.930 - 0.960 | - | - |
| Refractive Index (at 20 ̊C) | 1.440 - 1.452 | - | - |
| Flash Point | min. 230 | °C | - |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Animal Testing Statement
- We confirm that we do not nor have ever tested our products or their individual ingredients/raw materials on animals. Our company is against animal testing. We will never knowingly purchase from any supplier who participates in animal testing. We are committed to cruelty free products and do not use or sell products that have been tested on animals.
- BSE and TSE Statement
- Essential oils are obtained by extraction from plants, trees or fruit. These processes do not use any sources that are derived from animals. Essential oils are free from BSE (Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy) and TSE (Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy).
- Sewer Sludge Statement
- This product has not been produced with the use of sewage sludge.
- Non Irradiation Statement
- We can confirm that this product is not treated by irradiation or ETO. Consumer safety and customer satisfaction are our primary concerns.
- Non GMO Statement
- Our products are produced using traditional methods. No genetically modified organisms (GMO’s) or transgenic breeding methods are used in their production.
- Prop 65 Statement
- This product is devoid of the materials in California Safe Program Proposition 65
- Naturally Occurring Statement
- We take pride in providing our customers with safe, reliable, high quality products. We are pleased to declare that our products are Naturally Occurring Substances. All of our oils are derived from natural products and produced using traditional methods and are not produced synthetically.
- Nagoya Statement
- This product is sourced from a country with complies with the Nagoya protocol and is not endangered according to the Access/Benefit Sharing (Biodiversity) regulation.
- CMR Substances Statement
- Our products do not contain any substances classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic or reprotoxic (CMR) of categories 1A, 1B or 2 under Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008
- Responsible Sourcing Statement
- This product is produced under safe conditions in compliance with social and environmental rules by authorized suppliers using voluntary labor.
- Nano Technology Statement
- This product has been manufactured without use of any kind of Nanotechnology and does not contain ingredients resulting therefrom.
- Non Nanoparticle Statement
- Carrier and Seed oils are naturally occurring products and obtained by extraction from plants, trees, seeds or fruits. All of our products are unadulterated, pure and free from nanoparticles unless otherwise stated.
- Phthalates Statement
- Carrier and Seed oils are naturally occurring products and obtained by extraction from plants, trees, seeds or fruits. All of our products are unadulterated, pure and free from phthalates unless otherwise stated. COMPANY REGULATORY STATEMENTS Shelf Life: Under optimal storage conditions, in original unopened packaging, minimum three years.
Safety & Health
- General Safety Information
- Use caution caution when trying any new ingredient, including carrier oils on the skin or in the hair. Those with nut allergies should consult their medical practitioner before coming into contact with nut oils, butters or other nut products.
Storage & Handling
- Storage Condition
- Keep in a cool area away from heat and light in a suitable airtight container.