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title: "Unrefined Shea Butter specification | The Ghana Shop"
description: "Microbiological specification for Unrefined Shea Butter, tested against Ghana Standard GS 955:2019."
canonical: https://theghanashop.com/fr/specifications/unrefined-shea-butter
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# Unrefined Shea Butter

Technical Data & Microbiological Safety Specification. The Ghana Shop. Standard GS 955:2019.

Unrefined Shea Butter is a premium, raw botanical lipid produced in Ghana. This specification sheet details the microbial safety standards verified by independent accredited laboratory testing.

## Microbiological test parameters and analysis

   Parameter / test  Test method  Acceptable limit  Result  Compliance

  Aerobic Plate Count (30°C / 72hr)  ISO 4833-2:2013-09 / Amd. 1:2022-01  ≤ 1.0 × 10³ cfu/g  < 1.0 × 10² cfu/g  Pass
  Yeasts & Moulds (25°C / 7 days)  ISO 21527-2:2008-07  ≤ 1.0 × 10² cfu/g  < 1.0 × 10² cfu/g  Pass
  Salmonella (37°C / 24hr)  ISO 6579-1:2017-02 / Amd. 1:2020-03  Absent per 25g  None  Pass

## Quality compliance statement

The microbiological profile of Unrefined Shea Butter meets all quality criteria set forth under standard GS 955:2019. Laboratory evaluations confirm the product is free of pathogenic contamination and safe for raw commercial distribution and cosmetic formulation.

## Recommended storage and handling

 - Storage environment: Store in a cool, dry area away from direct heat and moisture.
- Packaging: Keep tightly sealed in food-grade or cosmetic-grade containers.
- Shelf life: 24 months from production date under optimal storage conditions.

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