Cao Dou Kou Seed Oil-Soluble Extract – Alpinia katsumadai

Product : Cao Dou Kou Seed Oil Soluble Extract — choice of 10 carrier oils

Botanical Name : Alpinia katsumadai

Common Name : Cao dou kou, Alpinia Katsumadai, Cardamom, Fructus Amomi Tsao-ko, Katsumada's Galangal Seed, Grass Cardamon, Zingiberaceae

Part Used : Seed

Country of Origin : China

Composition

Carrier Oil : Your choice of carrier oil – 80%

Carrier options : Sesame, Rice Bran, Jojoba, Sunflower, Moringa, Safflower, Apricot Kernel, Sweet Almond, Argan, Fractionated Coconut

Botanical Extract : Alpinia katsumadai Seed Extract – 20%

Ingredients (INCI)

Carrier oil (depends on the option you choose):

• Sesame Oil: Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil — CAS No. 8008-74-0
• Rice Bran Oil: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil — CAS No. 68553-81-1 / 84696-37-7
• Jojoba Oil: Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil — CAS No. 90045-98-0
• Sunflower Oil: Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil — CAS No. 84776-03-4 / 8001-21-6 / 164250-88-8
• Moringa Oil: Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil — CAS No. 93165-54-9
• Safflower Oil: Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil — CAS No. 8001-23-8
• Apricot Kernel Oil: Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil — CAS No. 68650-44-2 / 72869-69-3
• Sweet Almond Oil: Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil — CAS No. 8007-69-0 / 90320-37-9
• Argan Oil: Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil — CAS No. 223747-87-3 / 299184-75-1
• Fractionated Coconut Oil (MCT): Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride — CAS No. 73398-61-5 / 65381-09-1

Alpinia Katsumadai Seed Extract — No CAS number currently listed in standard INCI/COSING registries for this extract — please confirm with supplier COA if required for regulatory documentation.

Grade : Cosmetic Grade

Appearance : Clear pale to golden amber oily liquid, with a mild characteristic herbal aroma

Benefits

A traditional Chinese medicine seed extract studied for its strong natural antioxidant (radical-scavenging) activity. Delivered in your choice of carrier oil, this extract is suited to formulations targeting skin conditioning, nourishment, and everyday protective care.

Suggested Uses

Formulate into facial oils, serums, creams, and lotions. Use in hair oils and scalp treatments for conditioning and nourishment. Incorporate into massage oils and body care blends. Typical use level: 1–10%, or as required by the formulation.

Storage Instructions

Store in a tightly sealed container, away from direct sunlight and heat, in a cool, dry place. Once opened, use within the recommended shelf life for best quality and stability.

Quality & Documentation

Certificate of Analysis (COA), Technical Data Sheet (TDS) and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) are available on request, subject to availability.

Usage Note

This product is Cosmetic Grade and intended for External Use Only, for use in Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations Only. Not for internal, oral, ingestible, or pharmaceutical use.

Product is Vegetarian