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Authenticating
Tamanu Oil is a critical step to ensure the purity, activity
and functionality of this ingredient. In order to substantiate
cosmetic claims, a quantifiable "fingerprint" of pure
Tamanu had to be determined. This was accomplished using both
qualitative and quantitative analysis. The method was further
validated by accurately determining various concentrations of
Tamanu blended with oils similar in chemical composition. |
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Test
the characteristic patterns of triglycerides and 4 typical signals
of Tamanu Oil (structures unknown) |
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Analysis
confirms the H-NMR results by identifying 4 typical signals
and cholesterol
Tamanu Oil identification is found between RT=24.5 and 26 min
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The
Certificate of Authenticity for Tamanu Oil requires both methods
of analysis in order to accurately determine purity and composition. |
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The
Tamanu Seal guarantees this product is 100% pure, matching the
profile and composition of Tamanu oil used in Clinical Trials
regarding Cosmetic Efficacy. |
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