Pequi Oil

The pequi is a tree native to Brazil. It reaches 10 meters in height. The pequi produces a fruit that is both prized for its role in the Brazilian diet as well as for the nutritive oil that can be produced from the fruit's seeds.

Properties:

Rapid Absorption
Medium Viscosity and Texture
Yellow to Dark Amber Hue
Characteristic Sweet, Fruity, Nutty Aroma
See Spec Sheet for Fatty Acid Composition

Uses:

Pequi Oil is highly emollient and is an effective moisturizer for products intended to soothe and support dry, cracked, damaged and problem skin. It can also be used in the production of specialty soaps intended to moisturize and soothe the skin. When used in hair care formulations, Pequi Oil helps to nourish and condition the hair, decrease frizziness and restore the vitality of lifeless hair.

Pequi Oil is Perfectly Suited for the Following Personal Care Applications:

Skin Care
Lip Care
Hair Care
Nail Care
Cosmetics
Aromatherapy
Massage

Recommended Usage Rate:

1-100%

Origin: Brazil
INCI: Caryocar Braziliensis (Pequi) Fruit Oil
Extraction Method: Cold Pressed
Processing Method: Refined
Typical Shelf Life*: 2 Years
Saponification Value (mg KOH/g oil): 190 - 215
SAP Multiplier for NaOH: 0.145
SAP Multiplier for KOH: 0.203

*Typical Shelf Life begins on the date of manufacture and is defined as the typical shelf life of an ingredient when it is stored and handled properly. The Typical Shelf Life is offered as a general guideline. It should not be considered to be an expiration date. Many ingredients are usable beyond the stated date, especially when stored and handled very carefully.

Documents: Safety Data Sheet Specifications

Wholesale Pricing: [wholesale pricing info]

2 fl oz, $10.82

4 fl oz, $15.73

8 fl oz, $24.69

16 fl oz, $38.64

32 fl oz, $67.24

64 fl oz, $122.66

7.5 lbs, $219.22 *

40 lbs (18.14 kg), $1,079.39 * ^ ⇐

Quantity:

*This item does not qualify for any promotional discounts.

^This item will ship separately.

⇐UPS Surcharge of $0.00 will be added to this item.

Customer Ratings and Reviews

Average Rating:

Rating:

5 out of 5

Reviewed By: Kisze

Posted: Friday, March 24, 2017

Location: Hammond, IN

Comments: It has a slight scent to it already, but I like it! Moisturizing and not too heavy

Rating:

5 out of 5

Reviewed By: Kay

Posted: Tuesday, September 27, 2016

Location: Rosemount, MN

Comments: Great results on my skin!

Rating:

5 out of 5

Reviewed By: Amber

Posted: Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Location: Portland, OR

Comments: I am happy with this oil.

Rating:

5 out of 5

Reviewed By: Ana

Posted: Monday, April 16, 2012

Location: Mesa, AZ

Comments: I really liked it. I grew up eating pequi fruit in Brazil, and it brought back good memories. I found it to be excellent on my curly, dry hair.

Total Number of Ratings: 8

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