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Technical Specification Sheet

Pumpkin Seed Oil

INCI Name: Cucurbita Pepo Seed Oil
Common Name: Pumpkin Seed Oil
Botanical Source: Cucurbita pepo
Plant Part Used: Seeds
Extraction Method: Cold Pressing
CAS Number: 8024-30-6
EC Number: 232-419-0
Grade: Cosmetic Grade
Packaging Size: 50g

1. Material Overview

Pumpkin Seed Oil is a cosmetic-grade oil obtained by cold pressing the seeds of Cucurbita pepo.

Supplied exclusively for further formulation into cosmetic and personal care products, it is rich in unsaturated fatty acids, phytosterols, and naturally occurring plant lipids, providing emollient and structural support in formulations.

2. Physical & Organoleptic Characteristics

• Appearance: Clear to dark green liquid

• Color: Green-gold

• Odor: Mild, nutty, characteristic seed aroma

• Solubility: Oil soluble

• Viscosity: Medium

Natural variation may occur depending on harvest, seed origin, and extraction method.

3. Composition & Functional Attributes

Pumpkin Seed Oil typically contains:

• Linoleic acid

• Oleic acid

• Palmitic acid

• Stearic acid

• Phytosterols

• Tocopherols

Functional Contribution in Formulations

Within cosmetic systems, Pumpkin Seed Oil is selected for its ability to:

• Provide medium-weight emollient properties in oil and emulsion systems

• Support skin and hair formulations with smooth glide and lipid-phase structure

• Complement other botanical oils in blended formulations

• Integrate into facial, body, and hair formulations

All functional outcomes must be validated within the final cosmetic formulation.

4. Suitable Formulation Applications

• Facial oils and serums

• Body oils and butters

• Hair and scalp formulations

• Anhydrous botanical blends

• Emulsions and creams

Inclusion levels should be determined through formulation trials, stability testing, and regulatory evaluation.

5. Storage & Stability

• Store in a cool, dry place

• Protect from light and heat

• Keep container tightly sealed

Pumpkin Seed Oil contains unsaturated fatty acids and natural phytosterols, which may oxidize if not properly stored.

6. Handling & Manufacturing Considerations

This material should be handled in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

Compatibility testing, stability assessment, and final cosmetic safety evaluation remain the responsibility of the formulator or Responsible Person prior to market placement.

7. Regulatory Positioning

This product is supplied strictly as a raw cosmetic ingredient for further formulation.

It is not a finished cosmetic product and is not marketed for direct consumer application.

The purchaser assumes full responsibility for compliance with Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, CPSR preparation, PIF documentation, labeling, stability testing, and notification procedures.

8. Interesting Facts About the Raw Material

• Pumpkin seeds are cold pressed to preserve fatty acids and plant sterols.

• The oil’s green-gold color reflects its natural carotenoid and chlorophyll content.

• Medium-weight emollient properties make it versatile for facial, body, and hair formulations.

• Phytosterols contribute to the structural stability of oil-phase systems.

• Traditionally used in cosmetic and skin care applications for its nourishing lipid profile.