Apricot kernel oil is obtained from the kernels (seeds) of Apricots. Apricot kernel oil is great for use as massage oil as it is very light and makes the skin soft. Apricot kernels themselves are quite healthy and are being researched for a number of health conditions including cancer. This oil has a deep, nutty flavor which makes it an excellent ingredient for desserts and other recipes.

APRICOT KERNEL OIL - MANUFACTURING DATA
English Name : Clear Green Brown Liquid
Urdu Name : khubaani
Botanical Name : Prunus armeniaca

APRICOT KERNEL OIL - QUALITY DATA
Appearance and Color
Clear Slight Light Brown Liquid
Taste and Odor Nutty and deep free
Fatty Acid 0.3%
Iodine Value107-109
Moisture0.01%
Peroxide Value 0.9Mg
Reflective Index at 40 C1.301 to 1.308
Saponification Value183-187
Specific Gravity at 15C/15 C0.913-0.919
Unsaponifiable Matter 0.915-0.918
Unsaponifiable Matter 0.1%
Storage: Store in a cool dry place protected from light
Shelf Life: 1 year when it opened from its original sealed packing.
Packing: 200Kgs Food Graded Iron Drums

BENEFITS OF APRICOT KERNEL OIL
IN THE KITCHEN
Has a mild flavor and a healthy oil to use in salad dressings. High in monounsaturated fats (omega 9) and contains no trans-fatty acids so it can be used for cooking but not for high heat cooking. It is safest to use it for salads.

SKIN CARE
Apricot kernel oil qualities are that it spreads well and is easily absorbed by the skin. It is absorbed quite slowly (20- 50 minutes) and is therefore excellent for use in whole body massage oil blends. It is a mild oil, which is tolerated by most people, and is especially good for sensitive, inflamed, dry or mature skin but it is a classic skin oil for sensitive skin and apricot and peach kernel oils are interchangeable for products that treat sensitive skin. It enhances skin elasticity and has a soft and smooth quality on the skin. It works well in anti-wrinkle/skin rejuvenation products for sensitive skin and in massage lotions and oils for sensitive skin as apricot kernel oil is a long oil.

NOURISHES THE SKIN
Apricot kernel oil contains ingredients such as essential fatty acids, linoleic acid, and oleic acid. It is rich in vitamins too, especially, vitamin E and vitamin A. All these ingredients make the oil, an excellent skin moisturizer. Regular application of this oil can make the skin smooth and supple. Dry skin, mature skin and skin which is irritated because of excessive sun exposure, can be treated by applying apricot kernel oil directly or using products such as lotions, balms and cream, which have this as an ingredient.