Mango Butter – Refined
RidhSa Lipids Refined Mango Butter is a purified vegetable fat obtained from the kernels of Mangifera indica. Following kernel-fat extraction, it is refined to reduce impurities and provide a lighter colour and more consistent sensory profile. Depending on the specified grade, processing may include neutralization, bleaching, filtration and deodorization.
Its stearic- and oleic-rich triglyceride composition makes it a valuable structuring and emollient ingredient in body butters, creams, lotions, lip balms, soaps and haircare products. Refined mango butter offers a relatively neutral base for fragranced and fragrance-free formulations. Bulk supply is subject to agreed specifications and batch quality documentation.
Overview
| Botanical Name | Mangifera indica L. |
| Cas# | 90063-86-8 (commonly cited for mango seed oil/butter; confirm supplier SDS and substance identity) |
| Color | White to ivory or pale cream; dependent on refining grade |
| F.E.M.A. # | Not established / not routinely applicable to cosmetic mango kernel butter |
| Cultivation | Mango is grown in tropical and subtropical regions, especially India and other South and Southeast Asian countries. Mature fruit seeds are collected, and kernels are separated and dried before fat extraction. |
| Method Of Extraction | Fat is recovered from dried mango kernels by mechanical pressing or suitable solvent extraction, then refined using applicable neutralization, bleaching, filtration and/or deodorization steps. Confirm the actual route for each grade. |
| Constituents | Main fatty acids typically include stearic acid approximately 35–50%, oleic acid approximately 35–50%, palmitic acid approximately 5–12%, linoleic acid approximately 2–8%, with minor arachidic and other fatty acids. Actual values depend on source and batch. |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; blends with compatible fats and oils when melted; soluble in suitable nonpolar organic solvents. |
| Specific Gravity | Approximately 0.89–0.93 at 40°C (indicative only; test method and batch-specific). |
| Flash Point | Not routinely established as a release specification for this nonvolatile fat; obtain a measured value if required for a specific grade or transport assessment. |
| Optical Rotation | Not routinely determined or relevant as a quality specification for refined mango kernel butter. |
| Source | Mango seed kernels from Mangifera indica; commonly sourced from India and other mango-growing countries. Actual country of origin is lot-specific. |
Brief History
Mango has been cultivated across South Asia for thousands of years. The fat obtained from its seed kernel has long been used in traditional applications and soapmaking. Refining processes subsequently made mango kernel butter more suitable for modern cosmetic manufacturing by improving colour, odour and consistency.
Benefits
Provides emollience and skin conditioning; contributes body and firmness to balms; helps reduce moisture loss; supports smooth spreadability; offers a generally lighter colour and lower odour than unrefined mango butter; suitable for cosmetic butter blends and haircare.
Uses
Body butters, moisturizers, face and body creams, lotions, lip balms, soap bars, hair conditioners, hair masks, massage bars, solid lotions and customized cosmetic butter blends.
How does refined mango butter differ from unrefined mango butter?
Refined mango butter undergoes additional purification to improve colour, odour and consistency. Unrefined material retains more natural variation and characteristic components.
Is refined mango butter always deodorized?
No. Deodorization is a separate processing step. The supplier must confirm whether the offered grade is deodorized.
What is the typical melting point of refined mango butter?
A melting range of approximately 30–40°C is commonly encountered, but the exact value depends on composition, processing and test method and must be verified for each grade.
Can refined mango butter be used in lip balms and skincare?
Yes, cosmetic-grade material is commonly used in these applications, subject to finished-formula compatibility, stability and safety evaluation.
Does refined mango butter smell like fresh mango?
No. Mango kernel butter does not have the fruity scent of mango pulp; refined grades are generally mild or relatively neutral in odour
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