Synonym(s)
Coconut butterate
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Indian coconut butter is obtained from the dried seeds of Garcinia species. Garcinia is a plant genus within the Clusiaceae family. The 200 to 450 species are found in tropical zones almost worldwide. Some species (Garcinia hanburyi, Garcinia morella, etc.), provide a gum resin known as gum gutta and the Indian cocum butter.
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Stearic acid (about 50%), oleic acid (about 40%), palmitic acid (about 4%), linoleic acid (about 1%).
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Coconut butter is used in cosmetic preparations.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer