Palm Kernel Oil - Wild Organic

Wild Organic Palm Kernel Oil is a universal oil used in soaping, personal care & cosmetics, and the food manufacturing industry, primarily for margarine, shortening, or ice cream production. This oil is extracted from the kernel (seed) of the palm tree, Elaeis guineensis, the wild palm variety known as Dura, contrary to the common hybrid variety Tenera. Wild palm kernel oil is fully refined, resulting in a light yellow oil that carries a bland to nonexistent odor and flavor profile. As a result of this oil's high level of saturated fatty acids, organic palm kernel oil is an off-white solid at room temperature. Palm kernel oil is a stiffer product than palm fruit oil, adding hardness to a product’s formulation. Wild palm kernel oil contains a multitude of fatty acids like oleic and myristic acid and is particularly high in lauric acid. This high lauric acid content is great for soap making, as it helps bars harden and increases lather. It also makes an excellent emollient and provides hydration for skin and hair applications.