Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

Product Description

As a leading supplier, we provide premium Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil sourced directly from high-quality tropical plantations to ensure professional-grade purity. This natural lipid is characterized by its high concentration of Lauric Acid, which facilitates excellent dermal penetration and provides a robust antimicrobial shield for the skin barrier. With the surging global demand for "Clean Beauty" and sustainable botanical ingredients, our coconut oil offers formulators a versatile, high-stability base for next-generation personal care products.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
• Chinese Name: 椰子油
• CAS No.: 8001-31-8
• Botanical Source: Cocos nucifera L.
• Extraction Method: Cold Pressed / Refined
• Appearance: White semi-solid fat (at 25°C) or clear oily liquid
• Saponification Value: 250 - 264 mg KOH/g
• Lauric Acid Content: ≥ 45%
• Purity: 100% Pure Natural Oil

Key Benefits & Applications

• Deep Dermal Penetration: The low molecular weight of its medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) allows for deeper delivery into the stratum corneum compared to other vegetable oils.
• Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL) Reduction: Forms a non-occlusive protective film that significantly improves skin hydration and barrier resilience.
• Hair Fiber Restoration: Proven to reduce protein loss in both damaged and undamaged hair when used as a pre-wash or post-wash treatment.
• Technical Versatility: Ideal for use in lip balms, body butters, anti-aging creams, and high-end soap formulations due to its excellent oxidative stability.

Formulation Guidelines

• Suggested Usage: 1.0% – 10.0% (can be used up to 100% in anhydrous balms).
• Solubility: Soluble in oil and organic solvents; insoluble in water.
• Processing: Add to the oil phase; heat gently to 30-35°C to melt if in semi-solid state.
• Synergy: Combine with Tocopherol (Vitamin E) for enhanced antioxidant protection and extended shelf life.