Sheabutter


Sheabutter
INCI: Butyrospermum Parkii butter
Category: Emollient
Trade name: Cetiol SB45
CAS number: 68920-03-6
I. Description
- Shea butter from the seeds of the wild-growing Bultyrospermum Parkii tree from West / Central Africa has become a famous emollient in the personal care industry due to its character: Soft and pleasant long-term skin feel; Caring and moisturizing effect with a weak gloss; High content of triglycerides, rich in oleic and linoleic acids.
- Cetiol SB 45 is a natural form of Shea butter that does not compromise on quality. The melting point corresponds to the normal body temperature which means that it melts when applied to the skin. It leaves the skin feeling soft and velvety even at low concentrations.
- Cetiol SB 45 is an exotic, waxy emollient with additional benefits due to the amount of unsaponifiable which are known for their active ingredient properties supporting a sunscreen effect.
II. Characteristics
SPECIFICATIONS | TYPICAL VALUE FOR GUIDANCE |
Appearance | Semi-solid, light yellowish fat |
Acid value | <= 0.2 mgKOH/g |
Iodine value | 71.0 – 77.0 gI/100g |
Saponification value | 175.0 – 185.0 mgKOH/g |
Melting range | 42 – 46oC |
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