Catania Oils Avocado Oil, RBWD
- CAS Number
- 8024-32-6
- EC Number
- 232-428-0
- INCI Name
- Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
Avocado oil is used in the cosmetic industry as a major base for skin and body care products such as bath lotions, skin moisturizers, creams and soaps. It is also used in the food industry as an oil for marinades and salad dressings.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Liquid
Other characteristics
- Functions
- Fat & Oil
- Ingredient Name
- Avocado Oil, RBWD
- Avocado Oil RBWD
- Labeling Claims
Allergen-free, BSE-free, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Glutamate-Free, Gluten-free, Halal, Irradiation-free, Kosher, Lactose-free, Naturally Derived, Non-GMO, Organic, Plant-Based, Trans fat-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Vegan; Allergen-free; BSE-free; Clean at Sephora; Credo Clean Standard; Glutamate-Free; Gluten-free; Halal; Irradiation-free; Kosher; Lactose-free; Naturally Derived; Non-GMO; Organic; Plant-Based; Trans fat-free; Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty; Vegan
- Ingredient Origin
- Natural Origin, Plant Origin
- Natural Origin
- Plant Origin
- Certifications & Compliance
California Proposition 65, Coalition of Northeastern Governors (CONEG), Food Safety & Modernization Act, GMP, Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Halal, Kosher, Non-GMO Project Verified
- Markets
- Food & Nutrition
- Personal Care
- Appearance
- Clear light yellow liquid
- Shelf LIfe
- 2 years
- Ingredient
- Avocado Oil, RBWD
- Process Flow
Mechanically expressed from the fruit pulp of the ripe Avocado pear (Persea Americana, resp. Persea Gratissima). The oil is then refined, bleached, deodorized, and winterized.
- Technology
- Cosmetic Ingredients
- Food Ingredients
- Benefit Claims
- Moisturizing
- Packaging Type
- Bulk
- Drums
- Totes (IBC)
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spain
- Non GMO Statement
Avocado Oil is a nonGMO product; it does not contain any ingredients, additives, or processing aids derived from commodities that have commercially grown GMO varieties in the supply chain.
- Application Format
- Creams
- Gel
- Leave On
- Lotions
- Rinse Off
- Food Grade Statement
Avocado Oil is Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) as per 21CFR 182.1; it is manufactured to Good Manufacturing Practices and is safe for its intended use in foods.
- Ingredient Statement
- Avocado Oil
- Shelf Life Storage
Store at 65° - 75°F in a dry and odor-free environment. The shelf-life is 2 years from date of manufacture in unopened containers.
Technical data
Table 1 of 3
18 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 900 | /100g |
| Calories from Fat | 900 | /100g |
| Fat | 100 | g/100g |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 | g/100g |
| Trans Fat | 0 | g/100g |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 70.6 | g/100g |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.5 | g/100g |
| Cholesterol | 0 | mg/100g |
| Sodium | 0 | mg/100g |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0 | g/100g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 | g/100g |
| Total Sugars | 0 | g/100g |
Table 2 of 3
6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| C16:0 Palmitic Acid | 5 - 25 | % | AOCS Ce 1e-91 |
| C16:1 Palmitoleic Acid | 1 - 12 | % | AOCS Ce 1e-91 |
| C18:0 Stearic Acid | max. 3 | % | AOCS Ce 1e-91 |
| C18:1 Oleic Acid | 50 - 74 | % | AOCS Ce 1e-91 |
| C18:2 Linoleic Acid | 6 - 20 | % | AOCS Ce 1e-91 |
| C18:3 Linolenic Acid | max. 3 | % | AOCS Ce 1e-91 |
Table 3 of 3
8 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Fatty Acids | max. 0.1 | % oleic | AOCS Ca 5a-40 |
| Saponification Value | 170 - 198 | mg KOH/gr | AOCS Cd 3-25 |
| Unsaponifiable Matter | max. 2 | % | — |
| Iodine Value | 65 - 95 | grI2/100g | AOCS Cd 1d-92 |
| Peroxide Value | max*. 5 | meq/kg | AOCS Cd 8b-90 |
| Refractive Index (at 20°C) | 1.462 - 1.476 | — | AOCS Standard Methods |
| Density (at 20°C) | 0.908 - 0.923 | gr/cmʒ | AOCS Standard Methods |
| Acid Value | max. 1 | — | AOCS Standard Methods |
