Avocado Oil Profile (Refined/Light)
Botanical Name- Persea Americana
Origin- Mexico
Extraction- Expeller Pressed/Refined
Shelf life- 8-10 months
Notes- An oil with a high viscosity and particular fatty acids. Because of the relatively unstable nature of this oil it is recommended that you use the material as soon as you receive it, and store away from heat and light. For cosmetic use only.
Specifications
Color- Lightly golden
Odor- Characteristic
Free Fatty Acids- 0.025%
Peroxide Value- 0.07
Non-Saponifiables-
Saponification Value- 177-198
Iodine Value- 82
Specific Gravity- 0.91
Fatty Acids
Linoleic- 10%
Linolenic- 0.8%
Oleic- 53%
Palitic- 15.8%