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Baraka Palm Kernel Oil

CAD $28.57

Our palm oils are made from pure, sustainably grown and community harvested palm fruits. Palm kernel oil is cold pressed from the kernels of the oil palm’s fruit. The fruit is processed in a modern Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) certified facility and Baraka is a Registered RSPO Supply Chain Associate. To become RSPO certified, the palm oil production must meet stringent sustainability criteria.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Palm kernel oil is cold pressed from the kernels of the oil palm's fruit. It has a rich, caramel, nutty aroma and light brown color. It is very similar to coconut oil in that it has a high percentage of lauric acid, which adds a smooth texture to body butters, soaps, and salves. It is also high in myristic acid, an anti-inflammatory and cooling agent that makes it an excellent carrier for muscle, tendon, and ligament injury blends. It is also useful for softening and healing dry or itchy skin or lips, as well as moisturizing hair.

It is a a high-quality product originating from community based, small-holder farms that use traditional processes and techniques to grow and harvest the palm fruits which are the basis for Palm Kernel Oil and Red Palm Oil. For most women and families this is the mainstay of their economy

Amounts under 10 litres are supplied in pouches and the 10 and 20 litre amounts are shipped in lined and sealed buckets.

SPECIFICATIONS

PALM KERNEL OIL
Common Name	Palm Kernel Oil
INCI Name	Elaeis Guineensis Kernel Oil
Appearance	Semi-solid oil at room temperature
Odor	Caramel, nutty aroma
Color	Light cream/brown
Flash point	>149°C (300°F)
Solubility	Water-insoluble
Melting Point	26-30˚C / 78.8-86˚F
Specific Gravity	0.904
SAP Value	0.177
KOH Value	0.250
Free Fatty Acid (% as Oleic)	<0.3
Label for Supply	No hazard label required. This product is not classified as dangerous under the Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2009.
Shelf Life	2 years
Origin	Ghana
Packaging	Amounts under 10 litres are supplied in pouches and the 10 and 20 litre amounts are shipped in lined and sealed buckets. 500g (1.1lb), 1kg (2.2lb), 2kg (4.4lb), 3kg (6.6lb), 6kg (13.2 lb), 10 Ltr, 20 Ltr.
Certificate of Analysis	Available here [request a copy]
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)	Available here [request a copy]

SHIPPING & RETURNS

We ship worldwide from our fulfillment centre in North America. At checkout you can see shipping options and costs. If you would like to arrange your own shipping please select warehouse pickup and send us an email to confirm. We can provide you with shipping and pickup details for your courier of choice.

We hope you love your Baraka products. If you are unsatisfied for any reason though, we offer no hassle returns with no time limit, just contact us.

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Community Harvested Palm Oils

FROM OUR HANDS TO YOURS

Baraka’s palm oils support small-holder farmers in remote communities whose farms have been developed on degraded forest lands or reclaimed mining areas. This creates lots of positive impacts for the farmers and environment. For most women and families this is the mainstay of their economy.

ALL NATURAL

No chemicals, additives, animal testing, or harsh industrial processing. Just pure, natural palm oils.

COMMUNITY IMPACT

Every time you purchase Baraka’s palm oils you have a direct impact on the women, families, and communities in northern Ghana. Not only does your order provide the dignity of income to hardworking women but helps support educational and economic projects in the community. Baraka has helped to set up a project to convert degraded forest lands to small-holder palm operations and provided training, support and resources to help local families take them over.

BENEFITS

Our palm kernel oil has lots of benefits:

- Very hydrating for the skin and helps to seal in moisture.

- Similar to coconut oil, it has a high percentage of lauric acid which adds a smooth texture to product formulations.

- Rich in antioxidants, like vitamin E, to protect the skin and reduce sign of ageing.

- High in myristic acid which is an anti-inflammatory and cooling agent.

- Softens skin and hair.

HOW TO USE

Palm oil is used in lots of different product formulations. Rich in antioxidants, it helps to nourish and protect the skin. We like using it in soaps, lotions, hair care and more. It is also high in myristic acid, an anti-inflammatory and cooling agent that makes it an excellent carrier for muscle, tendon, and ligament injury blends.

Looking for inspiration? Check out our recipes featuring palm oil here.

WHY CHOOSE BARAKA

Handcrafted by women in Ghana using age-old techniques passed down through generations. Centuries of practice has taught them how to extract every bit of goodness from the shea nut, and that quality is now passed on in every package of shea butter and all the products made from it.

HANDMADE
NATURAL
CRUELTY FREE
CHEMICAL
FREE
COMMUNITY
SOURCED
FAIR TRADE
& WAGES

SUSTAINABLE PALM OIL

Check out this interview with Avaala Awonnea, General Manager of Benso Oil Palm Plantation, a key partner in Baraka’s Palm Oil Supply Chain. He discusses the company’s operation and commitment to social responsibility.