Sunflower oil

Description

Sunflower oil

Sunflower oil is extracted from the seeds of the sunflower plant (Helianthus annuus). sunflower oil goes through processing (neutralization, bleaching, deodorization) to remove impurities, color, odor, and free fatty acids. This makes it more stable, with a high smoke point (~232°C / 450°F), making it ideal for frying and deep-frying.

 Culinary Uses

• Cooking & frying (chips, snacks, fast food).
• Baking and confectionery.
• Salad dressings and mayonnaise (if lightly refined).

Nutrition & Health

• High in polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), mainly linoleic acid (omega-6).
• Some varieties are bred to be high oleic (monounsaturated fat, more stable & heart-healthy).
• Contains Vitamin E, a strong antioxidant.

💡 Health Points:

• Supports heart health if used in moderation (especially high-oleic type).
• Neutral taste and light texture → suitable for diverse diets.
• Must be balanced with omega-3 intake (too much omega-6 vs omega-3 can promote inflammation).

 Industrial & Non-Food Uses

• Cosmetics & skincare: lotions, creams, hair products (light and non-greasy).
• Pharmaceuticals: carrier oil in medicines and vitamin supplements.
• Biofuel production.

 Fun Facts

• Ukraine and Russia are the largest producers of sunflower oil.
• Sunflower oil is one of the top three vegetable oils consumed globally (with palm and soybean oil).
• High-oleic sunflower oil can stay stable at room temperature for long storage periods, making it valuable for the food industry.

Physical and Chemical Analysis:
Acidity (Free Fatty Acid): 0,3 g maximum per 100 g.
Peroxide Value (meq O2 / kg Oil) at End of Expiry Date: 8,0 maximum.
Peroxide Value (meq O2 / kg Oil) at Production Date: 1,0 maximum.
Iodine Value (WIJS): 118 – 141
Moisture and Volatile Matter (% at 105oC): 0,2 maximum.
Saponification Value (mg KOH / g oil): 188 – 194
Unsaponifiable Substances (%): 1,5 maximum.
Insoluble Substances in Fat Solvent (%): 0,05 maximum.
Refractive Index (at 40oC): 1,461 – 1,468
Specific Weight (g at 20oC): 0,910 – 0,925
Soap Content (%): 0,005 maximum.
Amount of Phosphorous: Maximum 5 ppm.
Remains of Solvent: None.
We are able to supply in packings following:
PET Bottles: 1, 2, 5 and 10 Liters each. 24.000 Liters per Truck.
Bulk: 25.000 Liters per Tanker Truck.
Inspection: By SGS or similar at buyer’s expense.
Shipment: In lot of Truck loading quantities.