Vegetable oil in bulk
Andiroba Oil
INCI: Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil
Thick seed oil from the andiroba tree, containing natural limonoids and solidifying at cool temperatures. Used in skin care, hair care and traditional-style soaps.
- Conventional
Regulatory identifiers
| Botanical name | Carapa guaianensis |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil |
| CAS number (1) | 352458-32-3 |
| CAS number (2) | 906347-26-0 |
| EINECS / EC number | 284-877-7 |
| Category | Vegetable oils |
A raw material may be referenced under several CAS or EINECS numbers depending on its grade, process or producer. The applicable identifiers are confirmed on the documentation supplied with each offer.
Available grades
- Conventional
Every organic oil can also be supplied in conventional grade. Availability depends on harvests and producers: ask us for current stock.
Typical applications
- Skin care & cosmetics
- Hair care
- Soap making
Packaging
- 5 L jerrycanFor small production runs and new references.
- 25 L jerrycanThe standard format for laboratories, soap makers and spas.
- DrumSteel or HDPE drum. Net weight varies by product and producer.
- IBCIntermediate bulk container for high-volume industrial needs.
Volumes and weights are indicative: depending on the product and the producer, packaging is quoted in liters or kilograms.
Andiroba Oil: benefits and properties to know
Andiroba Oil is valued by formulators for its composition and its behavior in finished products. Here is what makes it a relevant raw material for professional use.
Characteristic composition
- Limonoids give it its bitter, characteristic odor and its traditional reputation.
- Oleic acid (omega-9) gives a nourishing, supple feel and good affinity with the skin.
Properties appreciated by professionals
- Nourishing and softening, ideal for dry skin and hair formulas.
- Solid at room temperature and melting on contact with the skin, for balms and sticks.
Andiroba Oil is supplied in conventional grade; other grades can be sourced on request.
Information given for professional formulators. Properties depend on the grade, the process and the lot: refer to the technical data sheet supplied with each offer.
Cosmetics, hair care, soap making... what are the most popular uses of Andiroba Oil?
Thanks to its profile, Andiroba Oil is used in several industries. The most common applications among our professional customers are:
Skin care & cosmetics
In skin care, Andiroba Oil is incorporated into creams, serums, balms, cleansing oils and dry oils, alone or in synergy with other raw materials.
Hair care
In hair care, it is found in pre-shampoo oils, masks, conditioners and leave-in serums designed for nourished, shiny hair.
Soap making
Soap makers use it in cold and hot process recipes, where it contributes to the properties of the bar and to the lather.
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