Safflower

Safflower vegetable oil is a type of edible oil that is extracted from the seeds of the safflower plant. It is a versatile oil with a high smoke point, making it suitable for various cooking applications. This technical guide is intended for buyers of wholesale quantities of safflower vegetable oil and provides detailed information on its properties, extraction methods, industrial uses, and market prices.

Synonyms: Safflower oil is also known by other names such as Kardi oil, American saffron, or Ben oil.

Botanical names: The safflower plant belongs to the family Asteraceae and has two botanical names, Carthamus tinctorius L. and Carthamus tinctorius var. Annus.

Growing locations: The safflower plant is native to the Middle East and is cultivated worldwide, with major producing countries including India, China, the United States, and Mexico.

Part of the plant used: The oil is extracted from the seeds of the safflower plant. The seeds are rich in oil, accounting for up to 35% of their weight.

Chemical composition: Safflower oil is composed mainly of linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid that is important for maintaining healthy skin and hair. It also contains oleic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, and other minor fatty acids. Safflower oil is rich in vitamin E, which has antioxidant properties.

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