Parameter |
Specification |
Appearance |
Clear, vibrant green to deep green liquid |
Odor |
Fresh, fruity, characteristic of ripe avocado |
Taste |
Rich, buttery, slightly grassy flavor |
Extraction Method |
Cold-pressed, first pressing |
Moisture & Volatile Matter |
Max 0.1% |
Free Fatty Acids (FFA) |
Max 0.8% as oleic acid |
Peroxide Value |
Max 10 meq O₂/kg |
Oleic Acid Content |
60% – 80% |
Palmitic Acid Content |
10% – 25% |
Iodine Value |
80 – 95 wijs |
Saponification Value |
185 – 200 |
Refractive Index (40°C) |
1.468 – 1.472 |
Density at 20°C |
0.910 – 0.920 g/cm³ |
Unsaponifiable Matter |
1.5% – 2.0% |
Smoke Point |
Approx. 190°C (unrefined, cold-pressed) |
Shelf Life |
12 – 18 months (in cool, dark conditions) |
Packaging |
Dark glass bottles, PET bottles, food-grade drums |
Certifications (optional) |
Non-GMO, Organic (if specified), Kosher, Halal |
Origin |
Extracted from the pulp of premium ripe avocados |