Almond Oil

Almond Oil
Product Description

Almond Oil is obtained from the ripe, shell-free seeds of the almond tree Prunus dulcis [Mill.] D. A. Webb. var. dulcis or var. amara [DC.] Buchheim, or a mixture from both qualities. The almond tree belongs to the rose family (Rosaceae). The kernels have a fatty oil content of around 40 to 50 %. It is high in oleic acid (C18:1) and linoleic acid (C18:2) and rich in natural vitamin E.

  • Used as ingredient in salves as well as a solvent and dispersion agent for oily injections
  • Carrier in oil-based eye drops 

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    Henry Lamotte Oils GmbH

    • Country/Region:
      Germany
    • On CPHI since:
      2015
    Company types
    Distributor/Import Export
    Manufacturer/Innovator
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    Henry Lamotte Oils GmbH

    • Country/Region:
      Germany
    • On CPHI since:
      2015
    Company types
    Distributor/Import Export
    Manufacturer/Innovator
    View company profile

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