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Muru-muru
Our MURUMURU BUTTER is obtained from the Kernels of a palm-tree in the Amazonian rainforest in Brazil. The red fruits contain a yellowish pulp with a very hard seed, full of oil.
MURUMURU BUTTER is extremely stable due to its high amount in saturated fatty acid. This property, together with its particular silky texture, makes it ideal for cosmetics formulations. Besides, its high shine is very interesting for natural make up and lip glosses.
Technical Information |
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Characteristics |
Appearance (20°C) |
Ivory butter |
Odour |
characteristic |
Acid Value (mgKOH/g) |
<15 |
Peroxide value (meqO²/kg) |
<10 |
Iodine Value (g/I²/100) |
10-15 |
Saponification value (mgKOH/g) |
230-240 |
Melting point (°C) |
30-35 |
Average Fatty Acid Composition % by weight |
Satured |
90% |
Unsaturated |
10% |
Caprilic Acid |
2-4 |
Palmitic Acid C16:0 |
5-10 |
Capri Acid |
1-3 |
Palmitoleic Acid |
2-4 |
Lauric Acid |
40-50 |
Oleic Acid C18:1 |
5-10 |
Miristic Acid |
28-33 |
Linoleic Acid |
1-5 |
Properties and Cosmetic Applications
MURUMURU BUTTER is recommended for :
- skin care : creams, milks.... 1-5%
- lipsticks, lip balms, color cosmetic 30-60%
- sun care / after sun care creams, milks 3-6%
- hair care creams, conditioners 10-30%
- body butters, massage butters etc... 60-100%
Packaging and Storage
Packaging: 18 kg
Storage: Store in cool conditions (below 25°C) away from light and humidity in unopened containers.
Shelf Life: 24 months in original unopened packaging.
Safety: Refer to MSDS. Not considered hazardous.