FRACTIONATED COCONUT OIL

Palm-Free
Caprylic Capric Triglycerides (MCT Oil) is also available.
Suitable for beauty and personal care applications.

INCI: Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil

Extraction: Distillation and Fractionation of Virgin Coconut Oil
Shelf Life: 2 Years Minimum
Country of Origin: Asia

Background:

Fractionated Coconut Oil is a light, fluid and stable lipid that

consists primarily of Caprylic and Capric acids, two important
medium-chain triglycerides naturally present in coconut oil and that
are fluid at room temperature. Properties:
Palm-Free
Fractionated Coconut Oil is produced through the distillation
Clear
and fractionation of virgin coconut oil to isolate the Caprylic and
Virtually Odorless
Capric acids as they are both fluid at room temperature. A small
percentage of unsaturated fatty acids, including linoleic acid, an Light Texture
omega-6 essential fatty acid and oleic acid, an omega-9 fatty acid, Non-Staining
may also be present in the oil. Rapid Absorption
Fatty Acid Composition:
Fractionated Coconut Oil is sometimes mistakenly referred to as
C8:0 Caprylic Acid: 55.0-65.0%
MCT Oil. While both Fractionated Coconut Oil and MCT Oil
share some similarities, it is important to recognize that MCT C10:0 Capric Acid: 36.0-47.0%
Oil is actually an ester, not an oil. Fractionated Coconut Oil is Unsaturated Fatty Acids: 2% Max
produced differently and possesses a somewhat different usage
profile than products typically known as MCT Oil. Please refer to Fractionated Coconut Oil is Perfectly Suited for the
the Comparison Chart shown on the next page and the separate Following Personal Care Applications:
product literature available for our Caprylic Capric Triglycerides Skin Care
(MCT Oil). Lip Care
Hair Care
Uses: Nail Care
Fractionated Coconut Oil is a highly versatile oil for use in skin Cosmetics
care, cosmetics, and a wide range of other personal care and
Aromatherapy
beauty applications. It is well suited for formulations where a
Massage
light, stable, penetrating oil is desired. It remains fluid at room
temperature, making it ideal for applications in which the solid
consistency, texture, sheen and coconut aroma of Virgin Coconut Recommended Usage: 1-100%
Oil is not ideal. Fractionated Coconut Oil can be incorporated into
massage formulations or used on its own as a light, non-greasy
Standard Packaging: Available in pails and drums.
massage oil. It is also an exceptional substitute for mineral oil.
Within aromatherapy and fragrancing applications, Fractionated
Coconut Oil serves as a virtually odorless carrier for essential oils
and other aromatics.

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Comparison Chart
Virgin Coconut Oil MCT Oil Fractionated Coconut Oil
Cocos nucifera Caprylic/Capric Cocos nucifera
INCI:
(Coconut) Oil Triglycerides (Coconut) Oil
Esterification (of Glyc-
Centrifuge of Expeller erol, C8 and C10 Fatty Distillation and Fractionation of
Method of Production/Extraction:
Pressed Coconut Milk Acids), Filtration and Virgin Coconut Oil
Deodorization
Classification: Fixed Oil Ester Fixed Oil Fraction
Shelf Life: 2 Years Minimum 2 Years Minimum 2 Years Minimum
Consistency at Room Temperature: Solid Fluid Fluid
Light, Silky, Powdery,
Texture/Feel: Medium Weight Light, Non-Greasy
Oil-Free Feeling
Absorption: Moderate Very Rapid Rapid
Sheen After Application: Moderate Sheen No Sheen Minimal Sheen
Color/Transparency: White/Opaque Clear Clear
Characteristic
Aroma: Virtually Odorless Virtually Odorless
Coconut Aroma

For more information on Natural Sourcings premium quality Fractionated Coconut Oil and other natural organic and conventional lipids, visit
www.naturalsourcing.com or call our Customer Care department at (800) 340-0080 or (203) 702-2500.

The data presented within this document is offered in good faith, and is based on information believed to be reliable. It is offered for informational and evaluation
purposes only. Natural Sourcing, LLC provides this product with the understanding that the purchaser will initiate their own testing to determine the suitability of this
product for their intended purpose. Natural Sourcing assumes no liability or responsibility for any damage to person or property resulting from the use of this product
or the incorporation of this product into any final formulation or product. Statements concerning the use of this product are not to be construed as a recommendation,
suggestion or inducement to use the product in any way or within any formulation that is unlawful to create or sell, that violates any applicable regulations or that infringes
upon any patent. No liability arising out of such a use is assumed.

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