1. General Information
Botanical Name: Diploknema butyracea roxb
Plant Part Used: Berries
Extraction Method: Cold-pressed
Country of Origin: Nepal
Cultivation Type: Wildcrafted
2. Chemical & Physical Properties
Appearance: Semi-solid to solid
Color: Pale yellow to off-white
Aroma Profile (Top/Middle/Base Notes): Middle
Specific Gravity: 0.890 – 0.920°C
Refractive Index: 1.450 – 1.465°C
Optical Rotation: 0° (not optically active)
3. Purity & Certification
100% Pure & Natural (Adulteration-Free Statement)
4. Uses and Applications
Rich in essential fatty acids, Chiuri butter deeply nourishes and hydrates dry, rough, or cracked skin. Its creamy texture makes it ideal for use in body butters, balms, and natural moisturizers.
Chiuri butter helps soften dry or damaged hair, reduce frizz, and soothe irritated scalps. It can be applied as a deep-conditioning mask to restore shine and manageability.
Due to its smooth texture and emollient properties, Chiuri butter is used in handmade soaps, lotions, lip balms, and creams. It enhances skin feel and provides a rich, moisturizing base.
In rural Himalayan regions, especially in Nepal, Chiuri butter is traditionally used as a cooking fat to prepare sweets and local dishes, valued for its stability and richness.
Its high-fat content and solid texture make Chiuri butter suitable for natural candle making and as a fuel for traditional oil lamps in local households.
Chiuri Butter
Chiuri butter is a natural fat extracted from the seeds of the tree, native to the mid-hills of Nepal. Rich and creamy, it is traditionally used for skin nourishment, hair care, and as a natural moisturizer. It’s highly valued by local communities for its emollient and soothing properties.