Ximenia Seed Oil

Description

Ximenia Seed Oil

Ximenia americana

Overview

Ximenia Seed Oil is a high-performance, cold-pressed carrier oil derived from the seeds of Ximenia americana, a species indigenous to Southern Africa.

Selected for its high oleic acid content, oxidative stability and rich conditioning profile, it is suited to cosmetic formulations requiring structure, emollience and a long-lasting skin feel.

Origin & Sourcing

• Origin: Southern Africa
• Botanical Species: Ximenia americana
• Raw Material: Seeds of wild-harvested fruit
• Supply Chain: Regionally sourced
• Traceability: Batch traceable from origin to export

Ximenia americana occurs naturally across dry woodland and savannah regions, with harvesting structured to support both supply consistency and sustainability.

Processing

• Method: Mechanical cold pressing
• Temperature Control: Maintained below 40°C
• Refining: None (unrefined)
• Additives: None

This preserves the oil’s natural fatty acid composition and ensures a stable, functional ingredient.

Performance Profile

Ximenia Seed Oil (Ximenia americana) is characterised by its high content of monounsaturated fatty acids and a dense, conditioning texture.

• High Oleic Acid Content
  Provides strong emollience and skin conditioning
• Oxidative Stability
  More stable than highly polyunsaturated oils
• Rich, Viscous Texture
  Adds body and structure to formulations
• Film-Forming Properties
  Supports moisture retention and surface protection
• Long-Lasting Skin Feel
  Suitable for formulations requiring durability and persistence

This profile makes it particularly effective in rich formulations, barrier-support systems and conditioning products.

Technical Information

• INCI Name: Ximenia Americana Seed Oil
• CAS Number: (confirm per your spec sheet if needed)
• Extraction: Cold-pressed
• Appearance: Pale yellow to golden oil
• Odour: Mild, characteristic

Each batch is supported by:

• Certificate of Analysis (COA)
• Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
• Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Documentation is available upon request or download.

Applications

Ximenia Seed Oil is used in a range of cosmetic and personal care formulations:

• Skincare
  Creams, balms, barrier repair formulations
• Haircare
  Conditioning treatments and protective oils
• Cosmetic Formulations
  Rich emulsions, body care and structured oil blends
• Protective Systems
  Products requiring longer-lasting emollience and surface protection

It is particularly suited to formulations requiring structure, richness and lasting conditioning performance.

Packaging & Handling

• Available in bulk formats (1 L, 5 L, 25 kg, 200 kg)
• Stored under controlled conditions
• Inert gas flushed (argon as standard, nitrogen available on request)

Handling is designed to preserve stability and maintain product integrity.

Quality & Certification

• Cold-pressed, unrefined
• Batch traceable
• Organic certification available where applicable
• Produced in line with international cosmetic ingredient standards

FAQs

What is Ximenia Seed Oil?
A cold-pressed carrier oil extracted from the seeds of Ximenia americana, valued for its conditioning properties and stability.

What makes Ximenia americana distinct?
It offers a high oleic content and viscous texture, providing strong emolliency and structural support in formulations.

Is this oil refined?
No. It is mechanically extracted and unrefined.

What is its shelf life?
Typically, 24 months unopened under recommended storage conditions.

Do you provide documentation?
Yes. COA, TDS, and SDS are available for each batch.

Can I request a sample?
Yes. Samples are available on request. Standard pack sizes apply for bulk supply.