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Shea Extract (Vitellaria paradoxa) – Stearic Acid 35–45%
Vitellaria paradoxa (Butyrospermum parkii)
- Marker compound
- Stearic acid
- Standardisation
- 35–45% (GC)
- Assay method
- GC
- Plant part
- Seed
- Origin
- Ghana, Burkina Faso, Nigeria
Shea Extract (Vitellaria paradoxa) – Stearic Acid 35–45%
Shea extract is produced from the nut butter of Vitellaria paradoxa (Sapotaceae family) and supplied as a standardized extract powder, standardized to Stearic acid. Available grades: Typical 35–45%. Typical sourcing: Ghana, Burkina Faso, Nigeria. For B2B formulation in nutraceuticals & supplements, cosmetics & personal care.
Typical 35–45%
Specifications
| Botanical name | Vitellaria paradoxa (Butyrospermum parkii) |
| Common names | Shea |
| Plant family / part | Sapotaceae / Nut butter |
| Marker compound | Stearic acid |
| Phytochemical class | Lipids & fatty acids › Fatty acids |
| Available grades | Typical 35–45% |
| Assay method | GC |
| Pharmacopoeia & standards | ISO standard |
| Form | Standardized Extract |
| Origin | Ghana, Burkina Faso, Nigeria |
| Pack sizes | Sample (50 g), 250 g, 1 Kg, 5 Kg, 25 Kg |
| Shelf life & storage | Typically 24 months in sealed original packaging; store cool, dry and away from light |
Formulation focus
- Skin & Hair Care
Industries
Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Cosmetics & Personal Care
Traditional systems: African traditional
Documentation
The Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet (GHS format) can be downloaded from this page; the batch Certificate of Analysis is supplied on request. Confirm the assay method (HPLC, UV or gravimetric) on the CoA, as results differ between methods.
For B2B formulation and research use. Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA or other regulators; this ingredient is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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