Amaranth Seed Oil SC CO2 Extract
Ekologie Forte is producing Organic Amaranth Oil using super-critical CO2
extraction technology. Organic Amaranth seeds used in the process is grown
and harvested organically in central India.
Super critical CO2 extraction process is regarded as “Green Technology”
which uses no chemical solvents, retains the original state of the product in its
natural spectrum, preserves highest purity, with no thermal degradation and
has longer shelf life.
Applicatians of Amaranth Seed Oil :-
Organic Amaranth Oil has its applications both in nutraceuticals and in
cosmetics. In nutraceuticals – it has its applications in weight loss and diabetic management, whereas in cosmetics it has its applications in skin care, hair
care, aromatherapy and in massage oils.
| Specifications: | |
| Description: | |
| Product Code : | OASCO |
| Origin | India |
| Botanical Name | Amaranthus caudatus |
| Extraction Method | Supercritical extract |
| Parts Used | Organic Amaranth Seeds |
| Physico-chemical Specifications | |
| Odor | Typical Odour of Amaranth |
| Color/Appearance | Yellow oil |
| Specific Gravity at 200 C | 0.900 – 0.940 |
| Peroxide Value (meq O2/kg) | Max 10 |
| Acid Value (mg KOH/g) | Max 25 |
| Fatty Acid Specifications | |
| Stearic Acid (C18:0) | 2 – 5 % |
| Oleic Acid (C18:1) | 15 – 35 % |
| Linoleic Acid (C18:2) | 40 – 55 % |
| Active Ingredient | |
| Squalene | 7 – 10 % |
| Uses: | |
| Medicinal and Cosmetic Purposes | |
| Storage: | |
| Oil must be tightly capped and stored in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. | |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |