Bitter and sweet apricot kernels have a high amount of hydrocyanic, also known as amygdalin and vitamin B17, which is mainly the substance causing the bitterness in these kernel.
While this makes apricot kernels unsuitable for raw consumption, our apricot kernels can be safely used as a cosmetic and beauty ingredient in face scrub and skin exfoliation, or as an ingredient in processed foods.
Bitter and sweet apricot kernels have a high amount of hydrocyanic, also known as amygdalin and vitamin B17, which is mainly the substance causing the bitterness in these kernel.
While this makes apricot kernels unsuitable for raw consumption, our apricot kernels can be safely used as a cosmetic and beauty ingredient in face scrub and skin exfoliation, or as an ingredient in processed foods.
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