NABL Test Report for Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil
Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml: NABL Lab Test Report
NABL lab test report for Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml: pathogens absent. Batch AP5E206.
Safety Summary: Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml
Is Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml safe? Yes. It was independently tested at Sigma Test & Research Centre. The tested sample, from batch AP5E206, was analysed against the limits in the referenced standards.
Free from harmful bacteria and fungi. Four organisms were tested: Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans. All were reported Absent. Total microbial count was Less than 10 cfu/gm (limit 1000 cfu/gm); Total yeast & mould count was Less than 10 cfu/gm (limit 100 cfu/gm).
Sulphate-free and paraben-free. The published ingredient list contains no sulphates, parabens, silicones or mineral oil.
Is it chemical free? No cosmetic is chemical-free - water itself is a chemical. This one is free from sulphates, parabens, silicones and mineral oil.
What these results cover. The laboratory findings apply to the tested sample from batch AP5E206 and the parameters listed on this page. Skin tolerance is assessed separately, in the dermatological patch test certificate. NABL accredits laboratories, not products.
Key Findings at a Glance
Results of Analysis
Result is the measured outcome for this batch. Requirement / Limit is the specification where the standard defines one; a dash means it defines none. Test Method is the standard the laboratory followed.
| Parameter | Result | Requirement / Limit | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical & Organoleptic | |||
| Appearance | Pale yellow coloured oily liquid | - | STRC/STP/F256 |
| Colour | Pale yellow | - | STRC/STP/F256 |
| Odour | Characteristic | - | STRC/STP/P044 |
| Chemical Parameters | |||
| Acid Value | 0.36 | - | IS:7123:2019 |
| Peroxide Value, mEq/kg | 1.45 | - | IS:7123:2019 |
| Specific Gravity | 0.925 | - | Indian |
| Microbial Counts | |||
| Total microbial count, cfu/gm | Less than 10 | NMT 1000 | IS:14648:2011 |
| Total yeast & mould count, cfu/gm | Less than 10 | NMT 100 | IS:14648:2011 |
| Pathogens | |||
| Escherichia coli, per gm | Absent | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa, per gm | Absent | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Staphylococcus aureus, per gm | Absent | - | IS:14648:2011 |
| Candida albicans, per gm | Absent | - | IS:14648:2011 |
Understanding These Tests for Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml
Physical & Organoleptic
On the tested sample, Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml was recorded as a pale yellow coloured oily liquid, pale yellow in colour and with a characteristic odour.
These checks record what the laboratory observed in the sample as received.
Chemical Parameters
It also lists acid Value 0.36, Peroxide Value, mEq/kg 1.45 and specific Gravity 0.925, for which the standard sets no specification.
Chemical parameters are measured against the standard's specification where one exists.
Microbial Counts
Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml recorded total microbial count Less than 10 cfu/gm against a limit of NMT 1000 cfu/gm and total yeast & mould count Less than 10 cfu/gm against a limit of NMT 100 cfu/gm.
These tests count viable microorganisms against the limits set by the standard.
Pathogens
In the tested sample of Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans were reported Absent - not detected in the tested quantity.
Pathogen tests cover only the organisms listed, not all microorganisms.
Test Overview
| Report Title | Chemical and Microbiological Analysis - Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml |
| Parameters Measured | physical and organoleptic properties, chemical parameters, microbial counts and pathogens |
| Test Type | Laboratory chemical and microbiological analysis of a product sample |
| Test Methods | IS:7123:2019; IS:14648:2011 |
| Sample Tested | AP5E206 (150 ml x 1) |
About Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml
One of the most versatile carrier or base oils - Castor oil is a deep moisturizing & conditioning agent. It is beneficial not just for hair, skin & nails, but also helps in nourishing scalp & lips, making cuticles healthy, aiding the growth of eyebrows/eyelashes and for fighting skin infections such as ringworm, dandruff, etc. Mamaearth's Castor Oil is 100% pure, natural & cold-pressed and is extracted from best quality castor seeds without using any heat or chemical treatment. Suitable for all skin & hair types, this oil is Made Safe Certified and free of any additives, toxins or harmful chem
Claims and Their Evidence
Lab-sourced rows are measured results. Product-page rows are the brand's own claims, shown with the brand's qualifier. The laboratory report is not evidence for cosmetic-benefit claims.
| Statement | Evidence / basis | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Within microbiological limits | Counts within the standard limits; specified pathogens reported Absent. | Lab report 13037360/B |
| 100% pure, natural & cold-pressed and is extracted from best quality castor seeds without using any heat or chemical treatme | Brand claim published on the product page. | Product page (brand claim) |
| Sulphate-free cleansing base | No SLS or SLES in the published ingredient list. | Product ingredient list |
| Paraben-free | No parabens in the published ingredient list. | Product ingredient list |
Report Details
| Testing Laboratory | Sigma Test & Research Centre (NABL-accredited, Accreditation No. ) |
| Report No. | 13037360/B |
| Report Issue Date | 14/06/2025 |
| Testing Period | 03/06/2025 to 10/06/2025 |
| Batch Tested | AP5E206 (Mfg. 05/2025; use before 24 months) |
| Standards Referenced | IS:7123:2019; IS:14648:2011 |
| Authorised Signatory | Shruti Vij, Technical Manager, Sigma Test & Research Centre |
What This Report Shows
What the results demonstrate
- Physical characteristics of the tested sample were recorded as observed by the laboratory.
- The tested sample met the microbiological count limits of the referenced standard.
- The specified pathogenic microorganisms were reported Absent in the tested sample.
- Testing was performed by an NABL-accredited laboratory.
What the results do not demonstrate
- They do not certify the product; NABL accredits laboratories, not products.
- They do not establish overall safety or suitability for every individual.
- They do not prove any cosmetic-benefit or performance claim; those are addressed separately and on the product page.
- They do not cover parameters or organisms outside those listed.
- They apply to the tested sample from the stated batch, not necessarily to other batches.
Key Ingredients in Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml
Descriptions are the brand's own, from the product page.
| Ingredient | Brand description |
|---|---|
| 100% Pure Cold Pressed Castor Oil | "Rich in essential fatty acids, it improves blood circulation and nourishes skin, hair and nails." |
Dermatological Patch Test Certificate
This NABL lab test report covers the chemical and microbiological analysis of Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml. Skin tolerance is a separate question, assessed through dermatological patch testing. The dermatological patch test certificate for this product is published on its own page, so you can review the laboratory analysis here and the patch-test findings there as one trust cluster.
View the Original Lab Report
The complete original report for Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml is available as issued by the laboratory. It carries the laboratory letterhead, the ULR number, and the authorised signatory's details.
The Tested Product
Castor Oil for Hair, Skin & Nails, Arandi Oil -150ml
The results on this page come from laboratory testing of a sample from batch AP5E206. See the complete ingredient list, current offers and reviews on the product page. You can also explore other products in this category.
View ProductFrequently Asked Questions
A: For the tested batch, microbial counts were reported within the limits of the referenced standard and the specified pathogens were reported Absent. These results indicate the tested sample met the referenced microbiological limits; they do not establish overall product safety.
A: The published ingredient list for this product contains no sulphates, parabens, silicones or mineral oil. This is based on the ingredient list, not on the laboratory report, which covers contaminants and microbiological quality.
A: No. The report covers chemical and microbiological parameters on a sample from the stated batch. Performance and cosmetic-benefit claims are made by the brand on the product page and are not part of this laboratory report.
A: No. NABL accredits laboratories, not products. This page reports the results of testing performed at Sigma Test & Research Centre, an NABL-accredited laboratory on a sample of this product. It does not represent a product certification by NABL.
A: The report covers batch AP5E206 (manufactured 05/2025). The laboratory report states the tested sample as 150 ml x 1. Results refer only to the tested sample and the parameters listed.
References
- IS:7123:2019. Bureau of Indian Standards.
- IS:14648:2011. Bureau of Indian Standards.
- Sigma Test & Research Centre. Test report 13037360/B.
