Vegetable oil in bulk
Babassu Oil
INCI: Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
Lauric-rich oil from babassu palm kernels, solid at room temperature and melting on contact with the skin. A plant-based alternative to coconut oil in soaps, balms and hair care.
- Conventional
- Organic, refined
Regulatory identifiers
| Botanical name | Orbignya oleifera |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil |
| CAS number | 91078-92-1 |
| EINECS / EC number | 293-376-2 |
| 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
- Organic, refined
Every organic oil can also be supplied in conventional grade. Availability depends on harvests and producers: ask us for current stock.
Typical applications
- Soap making
- Skin care & cosmetics
- Hair care
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.
Babassu Oil: benefits and properties to know
Babassu 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
- Lauric acid gives a solid texture at room temperature and a generous, cleansing lather in soaps.
Properties appreciated by professionals
- Solid at room temperature and melting on contact with the skin, for balms and sticks.
- In soap making, contributes to the hardness of the bar and a stable lather.
- Light texture that absorbs quickly without a greasy finish.
Babassu Oil is available in organic certified grade and, like every organic oil we supply, in conventional grade.
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.
Soap making, cosmetics, hair care... what are the most popular uses of Babassu Oil?
Thanks to its profile, Babassu Oil is used in several industries. The most common applications among our professional customers are:
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.
Skin care & cosmetics
In skin care, Babassu 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.
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