Description

Safflower Oil is a premium, naturally derived vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the safflower plant (Carthamus tinctorius). It is valued for its high content of polyunsaturated fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid, making it a versatile and functional ingredient. This product is essential for manufacturers in the cosmetics, nutraceuticals, food, and industrial lubricant sectors seeking a high-quality, plant-based oil.

Application

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used as an emollient and moisturizing base in creams, lotions, lip balms, and hair care products for its skin-conditioning properties.
• Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: Serves as a carrier oil for fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) and a source of essential fatty acids in softgel capsules and liquid formulations.
• Food Industry: Employed as a high-stability salad and cooking oil, and as an ingredient in margarines, dressings, and specialty food products.
• Pharmaceuticals: Functions as a vehicle or excipient in topical ointments, liniments, and as a component in certain drug delivery systems.
• Industrial Applications: Utilized as a drying oil in paints, varnishes, and coatings, and as a base for biodegradable lubricants and release agents.
• Animal Feed & Pet Food: Incorporated as a source of energy and essential fatty acids to promote healthy skin and coat.

Basic Information

Product Name	Safflower Oil
CAS No.	8001-23-8
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture of triglycerides
Molecular Weight	N/A (Natural Oil)
Synonyms	Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil; Safflower Seed Oil; Safflower Oil (Refined); Carthamus Oil; Alazor Oil; Kusum Oil; Hong Hua You; Dyer's Saffron Oil; Fatty Oils, Safflower; Oleum Carthami
EINECS	232-276-5

Quality Control

Our Safflower Oil is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for its target applications. We offer grades compliant with Food Chemical Codex (FCC) and USP/NF monographs where applicable. Every batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) verifying identity, purity, and key physical-chemical parameters to ensure consistency, safety, and performance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Due to its nature as an oil that is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere), prolonged exposure to air, heat, and light should be minimized to maintain stability and shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to yellow oily liquid
Odor	Characteristic, bland
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 10.0 meq/kg
Iodine Value	135 - 150 (High Linoleic Grade)
Saponification Value	188 - 194 mg KOH/g
Unsaponifiable Matter	≤ 1.5%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.