Neem Oil (Cold processed) - Organic
a. Packages Available- 50 Liters, 200 Liters (Plastic or Metal drum)
b. Raw material is seasonal (June - September) [price effective]
Product Description:
Neem oil is good for skin care, animal care or used as an agricultural spray. It is rich in liminoids and compounds that have earned Neem oil it's therapeutic and plant care properties .It has a strong characteristic aroma - unpleasant /pleasant odour with healing and protective powers.
General Details:
Appearance: Non drying , bitter liquid.
Colour : Greenish brown
Odour : Repulsive aroma
Refractive index at 40`C: 1.4617 to 1.4627
Refractive index at 30`C: 0.9087 to 0.9189
Iodine value: 68 to 75.8
Saponification value: 193 to 204
Unsaponification matter: 0.8 to 2.4
Composition
In compositon , Neem oil is much like other vegetable oils , composed primarily of Triglycerides of oleic , stearic, linoleic and palmitic acids. The Neem seed kernel are reported to have 45% of /oil content. The neem seed kernel is rich in fatty acids , often upto 50% of the kernel's weight.
Neem Oil is bitter with Sulphur Smell and other fatty acids .The composition percentages vary from sample to sample depending on the place and flowering , quality of the seeds.
Fatty Acids Percentage
Myristic acid 0.2~0.6
Palmitic acid 1.6~16.2
Stearic acid 14.4~24.1
Oleic acid 49.1~61.9
Linoleic acid 2.3~15.8
Arachidonic acid 0.8~3.4
Other lower fatty acids 23
Application Procedure:
Mix 1 oz. neem oil with 1 to 1.3 gallons water, using using 3 soap or other emulsifier to mix thoroughly. If the water is cold, use a little warm water (using hot water can destroy the properties of the oils) to thoroughly emulsify the oil and then add the remaining water and agitate well. Repeat sprays every 7-10 days for 4 - 5 weeks if needed. Do not apply directly to water bodies. Direct use of Neem Oil is harmful to aquatic and marine bodies. Make sure the oil is completely emulsified before spraying.
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