Description

Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil is a premium, cold-pressed vegetable oil derived from the seeds of the passion fruit (Passiflora edulis). This natural oil is valued for its unique fatty acid profile, rich in essential linoleic acid, and its skin-conditioning properties. It serves as a high-performance emollient and active carrier in the formulation of premium cosmetics, personal care products, and nutraceuticals.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Used as a nourishing emollient in facial creams, serums, body lotions, and hair care products for its light texture and skin-softening benefits.
• Massage & Aromatherapy Oils: An excellent carrier oil for essential oils due to its good spreadability and rapid skin absorption.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Incorporated in softgel capsules for its content of unsaturated fatty acids and potential antioxidant support.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Serves as a base or excipient in ointments, balms, and therapeutic skin treatments.
• Natural & Organic Product Lines: A key ingredient in certified natural, organic, and clean-label skincare products.
• High-End Perfumery: Acts as a fixative or a lipid component in certain fragrance formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
CAS No.	97676-26-1
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture of triglycerides
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural Oil)
Synonyms	Passion Fruit Seed Oil; Maracuja Oil; Passionflower Seed Oil; *Passiflora edulis* Seed Oil; Granadilla Seed Oil; Cold-Pressed Passion Fruit Oil; Passion Fruit Kernel Oil; Oleum Passiflorae Edulis Seminis
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil is produced and handled under strict quality management systems. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets specifications for identity, purity, and key physicochemical parameters. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with data on fatty acid profile, peroxide value, acid value, and more. Our quality commitment supports compliance with standards relevant to cosmetic (ISO 22716), food (where applicable), and natural product industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). This oil is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, filling the container headspace with an inert gas (e.g., nitrogen) is recommended to preserve stability and shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to golden yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic, mild
Identification (IR)	Complies
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 10.0 meq/kg
Saponification Value	180 - 200 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	125 - 145 g I₂/100g
Relative Density (20°C)	0.910 - 0.925
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.480
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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