Shea nuts are first cleaned, washed, and dried before being cold pressed in a factory using a mechanical oil screw press. Our Oil Mill, which is ISO-9001 certified, has been processing shea nuts and other oil seeds in Northern Uganda for over fifteen years.
How are Uganda shea nuts processed?
We process Uganda shea nuts by simply de-husking them. This involves the cutting out of the outer fruit, which leaves a few seeds inside. We then transfer these to wire-mesh in the sun for drying. This ensures there is proper removal of impure particles. The nuts can either undergo roasting or are packed raw.
What is Ugandan Nilotica Shea Butter?
Ugandan Nilotica Shea Butter is of the highest quality and is produced in a socially responsible manner. The process begins with cleaning, washing, and drying shea nuts before they are cold pressed in a factory using a mechanical oil screw press.
How big is the Global Shea Butter Market?
ear (compared to Ghana’s 60,000 tons).The global shea butter market is expected to reach USD 2.9Bn by 2025, owing to increased demand for organic eauty products in the cosmetic industry.The investment opportunity targets produc hea butter per year.Financial viabilityThe capital investment required is USD 85,000 for a 5-year project, with cos
Where does Shea Butter come from?
Shea Butter comes from the nilotica species found only in the savannahs of Northern Uganda and Southern Sudan. The majority of shea butters on the market are harvested from the paradoxa species found on the dry savannah belt of West and Central Africa.
Does East African shea butter clog pores?
East African Shea Butter (Vitellaria nilotica) is non-comedogenic and does not clog pores as it absorbs quickly into the skin. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic and skin healing properties, and nourishes skin and hair with Vitamins A, E and F.