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Shea Extract (Vitellaria paradoxa) – Unsaponifiables 5–17%

Vitellaria paradoxa (Butyrospermum parkii) · Sapotaceae

Marker compound
Unsaponifiables
Standardisation
5–17% (Gravimetric)
Assay method
Gravimetric
Plant part
Seed
Origin
Ghana, Burkina Faso, Nigeria

Shea Extract (Vitellaria paradoxa) – Unsaponifiables 5–17%

Shea extract is produced from the nut butter of Vitellaria paradoxa (Sapotaceae family) and supplied as a standardized extract powder, standardized to Unsaponifiables. Available grades: 5%, 10%, 17%. Typical sourcing: Ghana, Burkina Faso, Nigeria. For B2B formulation in nutraceuticals & supplements, cosmetics & personal care.

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Specifications

Botanical name Vitellaria paradoxa (Butyrospermum parkii)
Common names Shea
Plant family / part Sapotaceae / Nut butter
Marker compound Unsaponifiables
Phytochemical class Lipids & fatty acids › Unsaponifiables
Available grades 5%, 10%, 17%
Made-to-order grades 10% (produced on request; confirm lead time)
Assay method Gravimetric
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.