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Coconut Oil | RBD
Coconut Oil | RBD
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Coconut Oil 76 is pressed from the seed of the Cocos nucifera palm Tree. The 76 is the only versions, other than the virgin, that is not hydrogenated, to give it a higher melt point. Coconut Oil is the foundation for many materials in the personal care industry, where it is used as a starting material for everything from surfactants, to emollients.
Coconut Oil is one of most cost effective oils, due to the high yield of oil, from each seed. In many countries Coconut Oil is used as a hair dressing, where it's said to restore vitality to lifeless hair, and stimulate hair growth.
Can be used for cooking and food.
| Botanical Name | Cocos nucifera 76F |
| CAS No. | 8001-31-8 |
| Plant Part | Coconut Meat |
| Method of Extraction | Cold Pressed |
| Processing Type | Grade | Refined, Bleached & Deodorized |
| Country of Origin | Philippines |
| Common uses | Coconut Oil is a good choice for salves, and balms, where you need to use some level of solid oils, for optimum viscosity. A soft solid, at room temperature, also a good choice for lip balms and elixirs. Can be used for cooking and food. |
| Color | Pale yellow to yellow |
| Consistency | Thin, light liquid |
| Aromatic Scent | Odorless |
| Absorption | Slow Absorption Rate: may feel sticky or waxy before warming at body temperature. Leaves a slight oily residue on the skin. |
Shelf Life & Storage: Users can expect a shelf life of up to 2 years with proper storage conditions. It is recommended that cold pressed carrier oils be kept in a cool, dark place to maintain freshness and achieve maximum shelf life. If refrigerated, bring to room temperature before using. Keep oxygen out of the bottle and rebottle into smaller sizes as oil is used.
Contraindications & Safety: None known.