Description:
Unrefined cocoa butter is a natural, pale yellow to ivory-colored fat extracted from cocoa beans and minimally processed to retain its natural aroma, flavor, and beneficial compounds. It has a characteristic mild chocolate scent and a firm, brittle texture at room temperature, melting smoothly at body temperature (around 34–38 °C). Because it is unrefined, it contains naturally occurring antioxidants and fatty acids (mainly oleic, stearic, and palmitic acids), making it highly nourishing and protective.
Common Uses & Usage Rates:
1. Cosmetics & Personal Care
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Body butters & balms: 10–50%
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Lotions & creams: 3–15%
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Lip balms: 5–20%
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Soaps (cold/hot process): 5–15% of total oils
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Adds hardness and creamy lather
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2. Food & Confectionery
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Chocolate & confectionery: 10–30% (depending on formulation)
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Baking & desserts (as a fat substitute): Up to 100% in place of butter or shortening (adjust for firmness)
3. Pharmaceutical / Wellness
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Ointments & salves: 5–30%
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Suppository base: Up to 100% (due to body-temperature melting point)
Benefits:
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Deeply moisturizing and protective
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Improves product firmness and stability
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Naturally rich in antioxidants
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Pleasant natural cocoa aroma