1.1. Einführung - Kosmetische Öle aus Steinobstkernen
Kern Tec is redefining the value of agricultural side streams by transforming the overlooked potential of fruit kernels into high-performance cosmetic ingredients. With roots in the food industry and a proven track record in upcycling technologies, Kern Tec specializes in the large-scale valorization of apricot, plum, and cherry kernels sourced from fruit juice and jam production.
What once was considered waste has become the foundation of a circular cosmetic portfolio: our Kern OilsThese cold-pressed oils are rich in functional lipids and antioxidants, making them ideal for modern skincare applications. They serve not only as emollients and carrier oils but also as storytelling tools that align with consumer expectations for authenticity, minimalism, and traceable sourcing.
Our conventional and organic certified oils are available in various quality grades and are suitable for large-scale industrial use, private label and premium formulations. As your innovation partner, we support your development and marketing team and offer highly functional ingredients with a compelling sustainability story.
Today’s cosmetic market demands more than performance – it demands responsibility. Kern Tec meets this demand with a clear message: upcycled, functional and transparent. As the cosmetic industry evolves toward zero-waste thinking, our stone fruit kernel oils offer both functional excellence and a strong sustainability narrative, making them a strategic choice for brands that care about their ingredients, their customers, and the planet.
1.2 Product Benefits & USP
Kern Oils can be used in a wide range of cosmetic applications - from emulsions and body oils to masks and fragrance-free formulas. Their natural composition makes them ideal for sensitive skin care with many functional benefits:
- 100% upcycled from fruit processing side streams (e.g. juice, jam production)
- Natural masking of unwanted scents with sweet, nutty, desertlike tones with complex amaretto, marcipan and fruity profiles
- Fast skin retraction and pleasant skin feel (non-greasy)
- Excellent skin compatibility – non-irritating, gentle on sensitive skin
- High Anti-Oxidant and regenerative effect due to oleic and linoleic acid for antioxidant and regenerative effects, ideal for anti aging products
- Plant-based carrier oils ideal for sensitive and perfume-free formulations
- Versatile usage as carrier oils, emollients, lipid replenishers and as marketing ingredient
- Low allergenic potential – no nut classification, ideal for allergy-conscious brands
1.3 General Product Information
Our cosmetic oil range includes apricot, plum, and cherry kernel oils in:
- Organic / Conventional Quality from EU and NON-EU Origin aus EU- und Nicht-EU-Herkunft
- Quality Grades:
- Cold Pressed (Food & Cosmetic Quality)
- Warm Pressed (Cosmetic Quality)
- Refined (Cosmetic quality)
- Filtration: naturally settled or blank filtered
- Intensity Levels:
Intensity levels range from "Neutral" (mild-sweet) to “Standard” (balanced) to "Intense" (strong marzipan/fruity odor). - Packaging:
Stability: 14 months (depending on storage)
All products are available in bulk units: 5, 10, 25 kg canisters, 190 kg drums, 1000 L IBCs.
1.4 Product Variants
Due to Kern Tecs long experience with products deriving from stone fruit seeds, we developed processes to characterize the complex profile of each batch we offer. This gives you full transparency for your product development or for products where you already need a specific quality of oil.
- Oil type: Apricot Seed Oil (Prunus armeniaca)
- INCI: PRUNUS ARMENIACA KERNEL OIL
- Benefits:
Versatile, rich in vitamin E, oleic acid, and phytosterols. Ideal for sensitive and mature skin—protects and regenerates. - Features: Quickly absorbed, gentle, perfect for leave-on applications (e.g., facial care, massage oils, day care)
Intensities:
- Neutral → CHART
- Standard → CHART
- Premium → CHART
Ideal for sensitive skin, baby care, facial oils, and hair care – neutral scent, elegant to use
- Oil type: Plum kernel oil (Prunus domestica)
- INCI: PRUNUS DOMESTICA KERNEL OIL
- Benefits: Light texture, luxurious fragrance (marzipan), high antioxidant content, supports skin elasticity and moisture
- Features: Non-greasy, anti-inflammatory, ideal for sensitive skin & fragrance masking
Intensities:
- Standard → CHART
- Premium → CHART
Ideal for high-quality facial care, anti-aging, and sensorially appealing textures
- Oil type: Cherry seed oil (Prunus cerasus)
- INCI: PRUNUS CERASUS KERNEL OIL
- Benefits: Rich in vitamins (A & E), regenerating, soothing, improves skin smoothness
- Features: Light, emollient, gently fruity fragrance, ideal for skin and hair care
Intensities:
- Standard → CHART
- Premium → CHART
Ideal for dry, irritated, or reactive skin; perfect for leave-on care and hair/scalp products.
1.5 Certifications & Quality Management
- IFS Food-certified production standards
- Organic certification (BIO)
- Fairtrade certification
- NATRUE Approved Raw Material (for all cold pressed oils)
- COSMOS (pending)
- Full traceability and lab testing at SGS Hamburg
1.6 Sustainability & Upcycling
Our Kern Oils are 100% upcycled from stonefruit kernel side streams. Upcycling resources offer various benefits that are not only good for the environment, but also for your products and company sustainability goals! Our Kern oils …
- Reduce CO₂2-emissions, water consumption, and land use
- Replace almond or avocado oil in high-performance formulations
- Strengthen your brand’s sustainability profile and product storytelling
Kern Tec is a manufacturer and B2B supplier of seeds, pastes, oils and granules for the food and cosmetics industries.
As a producer, manufacturer and supplier, we offer stone fruit pits & kernels (apricot, cherry and plum), as well as products derived from them, such as plant-based drinks, pastes, oils and shell granules for the food and cosmetic industry.
