Pumpkin Seed Carrier Oil is valued for its exquisite nutrient profile as well as its compatibility with essential oils and active ingredients. The pumpkin, part of the melon family known scientifically as Cucurbita pepo, holds historical significance across various cultures.
The seeds, or pepitas, are flat and oval, sought after for their nutrient-packed profile. Cold-pressed pumpkin seed oil is extracted from these nutrient-dense seeds. With over 60% unsaturated fatty acids, including omega-3 and omega-6, Pumpkin Seed Carrier Oil has been valued for generations and continues to be a staple in cosmetic and personal care formulations today
Properties Specifications Results
Appearance : Pale yellow Liquid
Odor : Characteristic odor.
Solubility : Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity : 0.9100 - 0.9300 @ 25°C 0.917
Moisture & Volatiles : ≤ 0.1 % 0.02
Acid Value : ≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g 0.36
Peroxide Value : ≤ 10 meq O?/ kg 1.82
Refractive Index : 1.4600 - 1.4850 @ 25°C 1.4733
Unsaponification : ≤ 2.5 % 0.71
Saponification Value : 184 - 210 mg/g 185.84
Iodine Value : 105 - 130 gI/100g 121.90
Linoleic acid : 40 - 65 % 54.17
Oleic Acid : 15 - 38 % 24.86
Stearic Acid : 5 - 7 % 6.06
Palmitic Acid : 8 -15 % 12.04
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