CAS number
194043-92-0
Industry
Personal Care
Typical form
Solid fat
Also known as: Karite butter.
Typical grades: Refined, unrefined and fractionated grades.
About Shea Butter
Shea Butter is a natural fat obtained from the nuts of the shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa). It is rich in fatty acids and unsaponifiable matter and acts as an emollient.
Uses and applications
Skin and hair care
Used in creams, balms, lip care and hair products for moisturising and softening.
Food
Refined shea stearin and olein are used in confectionery fats where permitted.
Soap
Used in soap making for its conditioning and creamy lather.
Regulatory note and documentation
Regulatory status, permitted use levels and registration requirements vary by country and application. Please confirm requirements for your own product and market before use.
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