Product Description: Apricot Kernel Oil is produced from the apricot kernels (Prunus Armeniaca). These kernels contain about 40-50% fatty oil which is gained by careful mechanical pressing of selected kernels and ensuing filtration. The viscous clear oil is of a light-yellow to ochre color with a typical mild odor and taste.
Prop 65 Statement:
Statement: Apricot Kernel Oil, Expeller Pressed, Refined does not contain any of the following allergens, sensitive ingredients, or restricted ingredients:
6% Saturated Fat
60% Monounsaturated Fat
29% Polyunsaturated Fat
Storage: Light protected, not above room temperature, in tightly sealed containers (nitrogen blanketed is best).
Shelf Life: Shelf life is 15 months from date of production. Cibaria guarantees a minimum of 6 months from date of shipment.
Sewer Sludge and Irradiation Statement: Cibaria International Products are food grade and have not had any contact with sewage sludge or radiation.
Applications For Product: In cosmetics as a base oil for skin oils and creams where its stability is much appreciated (low rancidity). Likewise, Apricot Kernel Oil is used in pharmaceuticals and as a choice cooking oil.
Country of Origin: Italy, USA.
Nutrient | Unit | Value per 100.0g | Tbsp 13.5g |
Proximates | |||
Water | g | 0 | 0 |
Energy | kcal | 884 | 119 |
Protein | g | 0 | 0 |
Total lipid (fat) | g | 100 | 13.5 |
Carbohydrate, by difference | g | 0 | 0 |
Fiber, total dietary | g | 0 | 0 |
Sugars, total | g | 0 | 0 |
Minerals | |||
Calcium, Ca | mg | 0 | 0 |
Iron, Fe | mg | 0 | 0 |
Magnesium, Mg | mg | 0 | 0 |
Phosphorus, P | mg | 0 | 0 |
Potassium, K | mg | 0 | 0 |
Sodium, Na | mg | 0 | 0 |
Zinc, Zn | mg | 0 | 0 |
Vitamins | |||
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | mg | 0 | 0 |
Thiamin | mg | 0 | 0 |
Riboflavin | mg | 0 | 0 |
Niacin | mg | 0 | 0 |
Vitamin B-6 | mg | 0 | 0 |
Folate, DFE | µg | 0 | 0 |
Vitamin B-12 | µg | 0 | 0 |
Vitamin A, RAE | µg | 0 | 0 |
Vitamin A, IU | IU | 0 | 0 |
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | mg | 4 | 0.54 |
Vitamin D (D2+D3) | µg | N/A | N/A |
Vitamin D | IU | N/A | N/A |
Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | µg | N/A | N/A |
Lipids | |||
Fatty acids, total saturated | g | 6.3 | 0.851 |
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | g | 60 | 8.103 |
Fatty acids, polyunsaturated | g | 29.3 | 3.957 |
Cholesterol | mg | 0 | 0 |
Other | |||
Caffeine | mg | 0 | 0 |
Organoleptic Characteristics: |
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Appearance/Clarity | Viscous clear, light yellow |
Flavor/Odor | Typical |
Color (Lovibond) Red | N/A |
Color (Lovibond) Yellow | N/A |
Typical Analysis Ranges: |
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Free Fatty Acid (% m/m expressed in oleic acid) | N/A |
Moisture | N/A |
Peroxide Value | N/A |
Iodine Value | 90-115 |
Saponification Value | 185-195 |
p-Anisidine Value | N/A |
Cold Test | N/A |
Refractive Index | (20°C) 1.469-1.475 |
Specific Gravity | N/A |
Oil Stability Index(OSI) | N/A |
Smoke Point | N/A |
Additives | N/A |
Typical Fatty Acid Ranges: |
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This specification was developed with the utmost care based on up-to-date information available, but should be scrutinized by the recipient. It does not release him or her from checking the quality of goods delivered with proper diligence.