Karanj Seed Oil | Karanj, Kanuga

Karanj Oil is a cold-pressed seed oil from Pongamia pinnata, INCI Pongamia Glabra Seed Oil, with oleic acid at 45–55%. Carries karanjin and pongamol, bioactive flavonoids that underpin its use in Ayurvedic skin treatments and sensitive-skin-positioned formulations. Strongly aromatic; typically blended rather than used neat.

• Also known as: Karanj Oil, Pongam Oil, Millettia Oil, Indian Beech Oil, Honge Oil
• Botanical name: Pongamia pinnata
• Plant part used: Seed
• INCI name: Pongamia Glabra Seed Oil
• Extraction: Cold-pressed, Unrefined (virgin)
• Form: Carrier oil (liquid)
• Appearance: Golden to dark amber-brown; Characteristic, pungent, strong
• Grade: Cosmetic-grade · Industrial-grade (biopesticide)
• Origin: India
• Shelf-life: 18–24 months · below 20 °C · tightly sealed · away from light

Key benefits

• Oleic acid (C18:1) (45–55%) — Emollient, skin penetration
• Linoleic acid (C18:2) (15–20%) — Skin barrier support
• Palmitic acid (C16:0) (10–12%) — Skin conditioning
• Lignoceric acid (C24:0) (2–6%) — Unusual VLCFA — moisturising film-forming properties
• Karanjin & Pongamol (flavonoids) (Trace) — Key bioactive fraction

How to use

• 2–10% in emulsions
• 10–30% in facial oil serums
• 50–100% as standalone carrier or massage base

FAQs

What are the primary formulation applications of Karanj Seed Oil?
Most buyers use it at 2–10% in emulsions; 10–30% in facial oil serums; 50–100% as standalone carrier or massage base. As with any new carrier oil, pilot-test in your specific base before committing to a full production run.

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