Products Description Batana Oil is extracted from the nut of the Elaeis oleifera, commonly called the American Oil Palm growing wild in the tropical rainforests of La Moskitia, Honduras. Batana Oil has been in use by the native Miskito people of Honduras for hundreds of years and they credit the oil with helping them grow their hair long and strong referring it to as the Miracle Oil. The native American Miskito people call themselves Tawira, meaning People of beautiful hair. Basic Analysis Item Specification Result Appearance Pale greenish brown to dark brown colored liquid CONFORMS Odour Characteristic mild odour CONFORMS Refractive Index 1.450 - 1.490 @ 20°C 1.476 Specific Gravity (g/mL) 0.890 - 0.940 @ 20°C 0.919 Peroxide Value (meq O2/kg) Less than 10.0 CONFORMS Iodine Value (g I2/100g) 90 - 120 CONFORMS Moisture Maximum 0.1 CONFORMS Solubility Soluble in cosmetic esters and fixed oils; Insoluble in water CONFORMS FATTY ACID COMPOSITION FATTY ACID C-CHAIN SPECIFICATIONS（%） Result Lauric Acid C12:0 1.00 – 4.00 1.20 Myristic Acid C14:0 2.00 – 6.00 3.20 Palmitic Acid C16:0 6.00 – 14.00 10.10 Oleic Acid C18:1(n-9) 60.00 – 75.00 67.90 Linoleic Acid C18:2(n 6) 12.00 – 20.00 15.90 Alpha-Linolenic Acid C18:3(n-3) Maximum 2.00 0.90 MICROBIAL ANALYSIS SPECIFICATIONS STANDARDS RESULTS Aerobic Mesophilic Bacterial Count < 100 CFU/g ISO 21149 CONFORMS Yeast and Mould < 10 CFU/g ISO 16212 CONFORMS Candida albicans ABSENT / 1g ISO 18416 CONFORMS Escherichia coli ABSENT / 1g ISO 21150 CONFORMS Pseudomonas aeruginosa ABSENT / 1g ISO 22717 CONFORMS Staphylococcus aureus ABSENT / 1g ISO 22718 CONFORMS HEAVY METAL TESTS SPECIFICATIONS STANDARDS RESULTS Lead: Pb (mg/kg or ppm) < 10 ppm na CONFORMS Arsenic: As (mg/kg or ppm) < 2 ppm na CONFORMS Mercury: Hg (mg/kg or ppm) < 1 ppm na CONFORMS Benefits Batana Oil is rich in Tocopherols and Tocotrienols (collectively referred to as Vitamin E) - both of which helps protect against UV rays and environmental pollution while fighting free radicals that lead to wrinkles and signs of aging. The oil is high in Omega-6 Linoleic Acid known for its anti-inflammatory qualities that help diminish acne. Rich in phytosterols and carotenoids, Batana Oil also provides great anti-aging benefits by not only stopping the slowdown of collagen production that results from UV exposure, but also help promote the production of new collagen, helping to keep skin elastic and firm. Batana oil is rich in fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants and has a variety of benefits, including: Deep nourishment: Batana oil can penetrate deep into the hair and skin, providing nourishment and moisturizing, helping to repair damaged hair and skin. Repair damage: Due to its rich nutritional content, batana oil is thought to help repair damaged hair and skin, reducing split ends and dryness. Protects hair: Batana oil forms a protective film that helps protect hair from damage from environmental pollution and hot tools. Promotes growth: Batana oil is said to stimulate hair growth, making hair thicker and healthier