Sunflower Oils

Crude Sunflower Oil

Crude

Oil obtained from Helianthus annuus seeds with a linoleic fatty acid profile. It has an unsaturated profile, with linoleic acid typically at 48–74% and oleic acid at 14–40%. It is supplied unrefined, retaining the colour, aroma and natural components of the raw material; it is intended primarily for subsequent refining or formulations that accept crude quality. Its main uses are in food, mayonnaise, margarines, bakery products, cosmetics and soapmaking.

Bottle of crude sunflower oil

Technical sheet

INCI name
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
CAS number
8001-21-6
Botanical name
Helianthus annuus L.
Origin
Europe, the Black Sea region, the Americas and other major producing origins.

Typical applications

  • Food industry
  • Cosmetics
  • Refining
  • Industrial processing

Regulations

  • Codex Alimentarius CXS 210-1999
  • Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, where applicable