Prickly Pear Cactus Extract

Prickly Pear Cactus Extract

Item No. Z-BOT-PRIKPEAR-01

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Description
Description
Extract obtained from Opuntia Vulgaris (Prickly Pear Cactus) fruits. Contains 20% extract dissolved in water and glycerin. Has excellent moisturizing, humectant and emollient properties.
Use
Recommended use level 5-10% in skin care products. For external use only.
Applications
Moisturizing creams and lotions, tonics.
CAS
7732-18-5, 56-81-5, n/a, 122-99-6
INCI
Water, glycerin, Opuntia Vulgaris (Prickly Pear Cactus) extract
Appearance
Light violet to pale to medium yellow liquid, characteristic odor
pH Value
pH range: 4.0-6.5
Solubility
Water-soluble
Preservation
Phenoxyethanol
Storage
Store light-protected at a cool and dry place
Country of Origin
USA
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
2101202000
Properties
Astringent, emollient, and good moisturizing properties.

Specifications
Appearance: can vary between light violet to pale to medium yellow liquid. Parts being used: Whole fruit. Extract in water, glycerin, preserved with phenoxyethanol.  pH Value: 4.0-6.5 at 25°C. Odor: characteristic. Solubility: soluble in any proportion in water. Specific Gravity: 1.02-1.05 at 25°C. Refractive Index: 1.386-1.395 at 25°C. Microbial Plate Count: Less than 100 organisms per gram. CAS# 56-81-5, 7732-18-5, 122-99-6. For external use only. Contains: water, glycerin, 20% extract and is preserved with phenoxyethanol. Glycerin version also available - not preserved, please inquire.