Shea butter esters
US7182940B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 6, 2006 |
| Grant date | Feb 27, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 6, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC11C3/003
- WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Novel esters prepared by the reaction of shea butter, preferably mild-processed shea butter (MPSB), and fatty alcohol. Materials of the present invention are useful as cosmetic and personal care ingredients, allowing for the delivery of highly desirable active ingredients present in shea butter, including natural antioxidants, in an oil-soluble, emollient material that is substantive to the skin and hair.
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