Quick answer
Shea butter (food grade): Food-grade shea butter is used for cooking in the North. Ours comes from Touboro, in Cameroon’s North region.
Key facts
- Name in French
- Beurre de karité
- Scientific name
- Vitellaria paradoxa
- Origin
- Touboro · North
- Category
- Oils & fats
- Type
- Semi-processed
- Available formats
- Jars
- Delivery
- Dry · ships everywhere
What is Shea butter?
Food-grade shea butter is used for cooking in the North.
Its scientific name is Vitellaria paradoxa.
Where does Shea butter come from?
Our Shea butter comes from Touboro, in the North region (capital Garoua). Growing areas in the region: Garoua, Guider, Poli, Touboro. Every lot is checked and packed in Douala.
How do you cook with Shea butter?
Traditional oils and fats, starting with red palm oil, the signature of many dishes.
Pack size: 250 g jar. Usual formats in Cameroon: jars.
How should you store Shea butter?
Store at room temperature. Refrigerate once opened.
Where to buy Shea butter in Europe, the US and Canada
A dry product: it ships easily to Europe, the UK, the US and Canada. We deliver to cities including Paris, Brussels, London, Montreal.
Frequently asked questions
What is Shea butter called in French?
In French: Beurre de karité.
How do I store Shea butter?
Store at room temperature. Refrigerate once opened.
Can Shea butter be shipped outside Cameroon?
A dry product: it ships easily to Europe, the UK, the US and Canada.
Is it organic?
We never say “organic” without certification. It is natural, traditionally grown, free of additives, and every lot is checked in Douala.
