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DKM-OIL-008 · Helianthus annuus / Croton gratissimus — dried seed

Chebe Oil

Sunflower Oil Macerate with Croton gratissimus Seed — 70/30, Controlled-Temperature Maceration

Chebe Oil is DAKIMO's sunflower oil macerate of dried Croton gratissimus seed, marketed under the traditional "chébé" name used across the Sahel for haircare, valued for its hair-growth and volumizing properties.

INCI NameHelianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (70%), Croton Gratissimus Seed Extract (30%)
ProcessControlled multi-stage temperature maceration of dried Croton gratissimus seed in sunflower oil, 2 weeks
OriginBenin, West Africa
HS Code3304.99.00
Shelf Life24 months from production date
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Key Benefits
Traditionally used to stimulate hair growth
Nourishing, hydrating
Volumizing, shine-enhancing
Applications
Hair and scalp treatments Hot-oil hair baths
Certificate of Analysis

Physicochemical Snapshot

Extract from batch DAK-MHCHB-2608-003 (COA Ref: DKM-COA-OIL008) — issued 29/08/2026. Full COA available on request.

ParameterSpecificationTest MethodResult
AppearanceViscous amber liquidVisualConforms
OdorCharacteristic, woody-herbalOrganolepticConforms
Viscosity65 – 80 mPa·s 20°CViscometry (Brookfield / spindle)71 mPa·s 20°C
Regulatory

Market Compliance Notes

European Union

Raw cosmetic ingredient. REACH: see note below. Compliance with Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 (PIF, CPSR, CPNP notification, EU Responsible Person) is the responsibility of the formulator/Responsible Person for the finished product into which this ingredient is incorporated.

United Kingdom

Raw cosmetic ingredient. UK Responsible Person, SCPN notification and UK Cosmetics Regulation compliance apply to the finished product formulated with this ingredient, not to the raw material shipment itself.

United States

Raw cosmetic ingredient. MoCRA facility registration/product listing and Responsible Person obligations apply to the finished product; DAKIMO's facility details are available for registration reference on request.

Canada

Raw cosmetic ingredient. Health Canada Cosmetic Notification (CNF, 10-day rule) and bilingual (EN/FR) labelling apply to the finished product sold in Canada, not to the raw material shipment itself.

PackagingSupplied in HDPE containers, aluminium bottles or drums; sample sizes on request. Recommended use level: 1% – 100% depending on formulation.
StorageStore in a cool, dry place, protected from direct sunlight; keep container tightly closed.
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