1-Octacosanol CAS NO.557-61-9

Sapindus mukorossi is one of the most important sources for saponins. The pericarp contains 10%–11.5% saponins, and is used locally for protection ag…

Sapindus mukorossi is one of the most important sources for saponins. The pericarp contains 10%–11.5% saponins, and is used locally for protection against pests and microorganisms. Sapindus trifolatus also contains saponins but has smaller fruits that contain less saponin.2 The fruits of Sapindus mukorossi are small orange coloured drupes which are 1-2 cm in diameter. The ripe fruits are harvested in September/October. After drying the fruits, the stickiness disappears and the colour changes to red brown. The fatty seeds are removed, and it is the dried nut shells that provide the source of the saponins. The traditional application of soap nuts is to use the dried peel as it is, or it is ground to a powder. A much more convenient application is to include the extracted saponins in detergent or personal care formulations.