Marula Seed Oil Deodorised

Common Name

Marula Seed Oil Deodorised

INCI Name

Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil

Origin

 Mozambique / Namibia / Zimbabwe / South Africa / Botswana

Source

It is believed that the generic name (Sclerocarya) is taken from the Greek for hard (skleros) and nut (karyon). The Yellow coloured Oil is expressed from the sundried nuts from the Yellow fruit of the Marula Tree which is available from December through to April. Marula Seed oil Deodorised is rich in oleic acid which gives a very good oxidative stability, so anti-ageing products are an ideal application. Marula Seed oil Deodorised is also highly moisturising for the skin and hair and is easily absorbed. The fruits are used to make marula beer and a Liqueur called Amarula. In South Africa, the tree is protected by law so it is a common sight to see a free-standing tree in a cultivated field. Traditional marriages take place under a Marula Fruit Tree as it is considered a symbol of fertility and a good omen.

Qualities

Marula Seed Oil is rich in Omega 6 and Omega 9 so popular in anti-ageing products and sun care products as well as Nail Care, Acne treatment creams, and reducing inflammation of the skin. This grade of Marula Seed Oil is lightly refined, yielding a yellow coloured Oil full of nutrients, but with hardly any odour compared to the Expressed Oil.

Analytical Test Specification Range
Specific Gravity @ 20°C (g/ml) 0.910 ‐ 0.925
Refractive Index @ 20°C 1.462 ‐ 1.479
Optical Rotation @ 20°C (Degrees) ‐10.0 to +10.0
Acid Value (mgKOH/g) ≤ 1.0
Saponification Value (mgKOH/g) 187.0 ‐ 197.0

Fatty Acid Profile (%)
C16:0 Palmitic Acid ≤ 8.0
C18:0 Stearic Acid ≤ 8.0
C18:1 Oleic Acid 48.0 ‐ 60.0
C18:2 Linoleic Acid 27.0 ‐ 42.0