Mowrah Butter
(Bassia Latifolia)
Bassia – named after the 18th century Italian botanist Ferdinando Bassi; Latifolia meaning “wide leaves.
Also known as mahua or mahwa butter, this product is actually derived from the seeds of two species of trees native to central India – Madhuca Latifolia and Madhuca Longifolia.
In India, the butter has both cosmetic and edible uses.
Sometimes known as mahua butter, it is derived from the seeds of two species of the Madhuca (or Butter) tree, which is a native of central India. It is light in color with a buttery consistency. This product can be used in soaps and candles with a softness rating of 2.
Mowrah Butter is a yellowish-white butter with a mild odor most often used in cosmetics and toiletries. It is known to reduce the degeneration of skin cells, prevent wrinkles and restore skin flexibility. Although a solid at room temperature, Mowrah Butter melts when it comes into contact with skin.
Common Uses of Mowrah Butter
- Used in soaps, lotions, lubricants and balms
- Cosmetic foundations and creams
- Candles
Benefits of Mowrah Butter
- Acts as a hardening agent in high acid applications
- Prevents skin dryness and wrinkles
MOWRAH BUTTER TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
TRADE NAME: OBN MW/B
CHEMICAL NAME: MOWRAH BUTTER
INCI NAME: BASSIA LATIFOLIA
CAS NUMBER:8029-34-3
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U.M. |
Test Methods |
Range |
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Physical status at 25C ° |
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Visual |
Solid |
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Iodine value |
gI2/100 |
AOCS Tg2a-64 |
53 - 70 |
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Saponification value |
mgKOH/g |
ISO 3657-1988 |
187 - 200 |
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Peroxide value |
meq02/Kg |
Internal method |
1.0 |
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Melting point |
°C |
AOCS Cc3-25 |
34 - 38 |
Fatty acids composition %(GLC):
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Palmitic acid |
C16:0 |
20 - 27 |
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Stearic acid |
C18:0 |
14 - 30 |
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Oleic acid |
C18:1 |
29- 42 |
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Linoleic acid |
C18:2 |
12 - 18 |
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Total Saturated |
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36 - 59 |
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Total Monounsaturated |
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28 - 44 |
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Total Polyunsaturated |
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11 - 20 | |
