Raw Bitter Apricot Kernels
Bitter apricot kernels are widely used in cosmetics and face scrubs due to their high oil  content. Apricot kernels are also great when ground and used to exfoliate the skin. Our kernels are extremely high quality and are sourced from Greece.
 
Ingredients: 100% Apricot kernels (bitter)

Country of Origin: Greece

Botanical Name: Prunus armeniaca
 
Apricot kernels are not intended for internal use due to containing amygdalin – a cyanogenic glycoside which results in the release of tiny amounts of cyanide during digestion of the kernels in the human gut, much like apple seeds
 
The FSA say…
Update on FSA policy regarding the sale of apricot kernels and the recent introduction of the maximum level (ML) of 20 mg/kg for HCN in raw apricot kernels set in Commission Regulation EU 2017/1237 amending section 8 of the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1881/2006. This came into force from the 27 July 2017.
 
As such, we are now selling these bitter kernels, but not for human consumption and it is your responsibility, as the buyer, what you choose to do with this product. In purchasing this from Naturaviva we take no legal responsibility for your choice.
 
Suggested Use Bitter Apricot Kernels:
Please note we are not permitted to advise this product for internal use, instead we are selling them for cosmetic use only.
 
Packed on premises that handles nuts & seeds.
 
The UK government's nutrition and health claim regulations are very strict.  As a result, we cannot state the full benefits of this product on our site and we encourage you to do your own research.