Meadowfoam XPR (Expeller Pressed)
CAS No. 153065-40-8
Meadowform XPR is an emollient oil extracted from the seeds of the Meadowfoam plant containing high levels of naturally occurring tocopherols (Vitamin E). Meadowfoam XPR contains over 98% fatty acids having over 20 carbon atoms.
Liquid at room temperature, even though of a high molecular weight, it is exceptionally stable and resistant to rancidity, making it an ideal oil for use in cosmetic formulations where it has the ability to stabilize other natural oils. Meadowfoam XPR offers twice the stability of jojoba.
Meadowfoam XPR is grown from non-GMO seeds that are produced in the USA. The oil is manufactured in the USA. It meets the non-organic COSMOS and ISO-16128 natural ingredient standards. Its mechanical extraction and refining process meet the COSMOS Approved standard for cosmetic ingredients.
INCI: Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
Recommended Usage Rate: 1 - 100%
Appearance: Clear, light colored oil
Odor: None
Method of Extraction: Expeller Pressed
Required HLB: 6.5 - 7
SAP Value NaOH: 0.120 KOH: 0.166
Storage: Room temperature of 10° - 25°C (50° - 77°F)
Shelf Life: Once opened, 12 months, properly stored. If opened material will be stored for greater than 12 months, use of nitrogen or Lotioncrafter OxBlox is encouraged.
