Description

Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil Unsaponifiables is a concentrated, lipid-soluble fraction derived from virgin olive oil, consisting of valuable components like sterols, tocopherols, squalene, and triterpenic alcohols. This natural extract is prized for its potent bioactive properties, offering significant benefits in cosmetic and nutraceutical formulations. It is a key ingredient for manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and dietary supplement industries seeking to enhance product efficacy with natural, skin-compatible actives.

Application

• Cosmetic & Skincare Actives: A premium emollient and bioactive agent in anti-aging creams, serums, lotions, and sun care products for its moisturizing, antioxidant, and skin-barrier reinforcing properties.
• Hair Care Formulations: Used in shampoos, conditioners, and hair treatments to improve scalp health, add shine, and protect hair from environmental damage.
• Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: Incorporated into softgel capsules and functional foods for its potential anti-inflammatory and joint health support benefits.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Serves as a functional excipient and active ingredient in ointments, gels, and creams for dermatological applications, promoting skin healing and protection.
• Natural Preservative Systems: Utilized for its inherent antioxidant capacity to help stabilize other oils and active ingredients in formulations, extending shelf life.

Basic Information

Product Name	Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil Unsaponifiables
CAS No.	156798-12-8
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture
Molecular Weight	N/A (Mixture)
Synonyms	Olive Oil Unsaponifiables; Unsaponifiable Matter of Olive Oil; Olive Unsaponifiables; Olea europaea fruit oil unsaponifiables; Olive Oil Unsaponifiable Fraction; OOUs; Olive Sterols; Virgin Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil Unsaponifiables is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. We ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with relevant standards for cosmetic and nutraceutical ingredients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing parameters such as sterol content, total unsaponifiables, and heavy metals, is provided with every shipment to guarantee purity and performance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep container tightly sealed under an inert gas blanket (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to minimize oxidation and preserve efficacy.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale yellow to amber viscous liquid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Total Unsaponifiables	≥ 90%
β-Sitosterol Content	Contact for details
Acid Value	≤ 5.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 10.0 meq/kg
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.