Description

Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil is a natural, fixed oil obtained from the seeds of the *Cucurbita pepo* plant. This high-value oil is prized for its rich nutritional profile and beneficial fatty acid composition, making it a sought-after ingredient in health-conscious formulations. It serves as a key raw material for manufacturers in the nutraceutical, cosmetic, and food industries seeking natural, functional components.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Used in softgel capsules and liquid formulations for its nutritional support, leveraging its content of unsaturated fatty acids, tocopherols, and phytosterols.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into skin moisturizers, serums, hair conditioners, and massage oils for its emollient properties and skin-nourishing benefits.
• Functional Foods & Beverages: Added as a value-enhancing ingredient to salad dressings, health drinks, and specialty food products for nutritional fortification.
• Pharmaceutical Auxiliary: Potentially used as a carrier or excipient in topical ointments and certain medicinal preparations.
• Aromatherapy & Massage: Serves as a premium base or carrier oil in blends due to its favorable texture and skin absorption qualities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil
CAS No.	8016-49-7
Molecular Formula	Not applicable (Natural Oil Mixture)
Molecular Weight	Not applicable
Synonyms	Pumpkin Seed Oil; Pumpkin Oil; *Cucurbita pepo* Seed Oil; Oleum Cucurbitae; Peponis Oil; Kürbiskernöl (German); Huile de Pépins de Courge (French); Styrian Pumpkin Seed Oil
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil is produced and handled under strict quality management systems. It is suitable for use in applications requiring high-purity natural oils. Quality is verified through a battery of tests including organoleptic evaluation, specific gravity, refractive index, peroxide value, acid value, and fatty acid profile analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and compliance with relevant specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 15-25°C. This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, an inert gas (nitrogen) headspace is recommended to preserve freshness and prevent rancidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, dark green to reddish-brown oily liquid
Odor	Characteristic, nutty
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.915 - 0.925
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.476
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 10.0 meq/kg
Fatty Acid Profile (GC)	Predominantly Linoleic & Oleic Acids

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