Peach Kernel Oil
(Prunus Persica)
Prunus is the Latin for plum or cherry tree; persica meaning from Persia.
Originating in China, the world's largest producers are now California and Texas having been introduced into the U.S. in the 17th century.
All parts of the plant are used in one form or another with the bark and leaves having sedative and expecortant properties.
A light, penetrating oil containing Vitamin E, Peach Kernel Oil is similar in its properties to Apricot Kernel and Sweet Almond Oils.
Although not as commonly produced as its substitutes, Peach Kernel Oil is found in higher end cosmetics, fine lotions and creams and makes an excellent facial massage product. The kernel, which is expeller pressed, contains up to 42% fatty oils and can be used in the production of an essential oil which is similar to the oil of bitter almond.
Common Uses of Peach Kernel Oil
- Facial oils
- Creams and lotions
- Massage oils
- Cosmetics
Benefits of Peach Kernel Oil
- Light
- Easily absorbed by the skin
- Relieves itching
- Beneficial for sensitive and dry skin
PEACH KERNEL OIL TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
TRADE NAME: OBN 326 PS/R
CHEMICAL NAME: PEACH KERNEL OIL
INCI NAME: PRUNUS PERSICA
CAS NUMBER: 8002-78-6
EINECS NUMBER: N/A
| |
U.M. |
Test Methods |
Range |
| Physical status at 25C o |
|
Visual |
Liquid |
| Acid value |
mgKOH/g |
AOCS Cd3a-63 |
<0.5 |
| Iodine value |
gI2/100 |
AOCS Tg2a-64 |
95 - 115 |
| Saponification value |
mgKOH/g |
ISO 3657-1988 |
185 - 195 |
| Peroxide value |
meq02/Kg |
Internal method |
<2 |
| Color |
Yellow/Red |
Lovibond cell 5-1/4" |
50Y/5R |
| Unsaponifiable matter |
% |
Internal method |
<1.5 |
| Density at 20C o |
g/cc |
ASTM D1298-85 |
0.906 - 0.922 |
| Cloud point |
oC |
AOCS Cc 6-25 |
<-10 |
| Pour point |
oC |
ASTM D97-87 |
<-15 |
Fatty acids composition % (GLC):
| Myristic acid |
C14:0 |
<0.1 |
| Palmitic acid |
C16:0 |
4 - 7 |
| Palmitoleic acid |
C16:1 |
<1 |
| Margaric acid |
C17:0 |
<0.1 |
| Margaroleic acid |
C17:1 |
<0.1 |
| Stearic acid |
C18:0 |
1.5 - 3 |
| Oleic acid |
C18:1 |
55 - 70 |
| Linoleic acid |
C18:2 |
17 - 30 |
| Alpha-Linolenic acid |
C18:3 |
<1.5 |
| Arachidic acid |
C20:0 |
<0.5 |
| Eicosenoic acid |
C20:1 |
<0.5 |
| Behenic acid |
C22:0 |
<0.3 |
| Erucic acid |
C22:1 |
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