Flaxseed Oil

Flaxseed Oil BP, IP, USP Grade (British, Indian, and United States Pharmacopoeia):
Flax is also called common flax or linseed, it is a flowering plant, that belongs to the family Linaceae. It is cultivated as a fiber and food crop in cooler regions of the world. The ancient Egyptians used to wrap mummies in linen made from flax. Flaxseed is a member of the same family, Linum Usitatissimum, linen is Textiles made from flax and is used for underclothes, bed sheets, and table linen.

Know Specifications of the Oil:

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
Product	FLAXSEED OIL
Botanical Name	Linum usitatissimum
Family	Linaceae
Part of the plant used	Seeds
CAS NO.	8001-26-1
HSN CODE	15151910
EINECS Number	232-278-6
Appearance	Clear yellow to brownish yellow  liquid on exposure
	To air turns dark & gradually thickens. when cooled, it
	Becomes a soft mass at about -20˙C
PHYSIO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES-
Refractive Index at 20˙C	Between 0.957 to 1.557
Relative density	0.800 - 1.167
Iodine value	120-250
Saponification value	155 - 250
Unsaponifiable matter	Max 1.5%
Peroxide value	Max 15
Acid value	Max 4.5
Fatty oils & resinified oils	As per standard
CHROMATOGRAPHIC PROFILE
Fatty acid	Max 1.0%
Palmitic acid	2% - 15%
Palmitoleic acid	Max 1.0%
Stearic acid	0.2% - 14%
Oleic acid	8% - 45%
Linoleic acid	8% - 30%
Linolenic acid	26%  - 75%
Arachidic acid	Max 1%
Cadmium	Max 0.5ppm
Water	Max 0.1%
Residue on evaporation	1.2% - 4.6%
Solubility	Very slightly soluble in ethanol, miscible in light petroleum
Storage	In well-fitted container in the cool and dry storage area

Extraction Process (How to make?):
Flaxseed Oil is known as edible oil, flax oil and also as good flaxseed oil worldwide, it is a yellowish to colorless oil in a look that extracted from the dried seeds of the flax plant, Linum Usitatissimum. The oil is obtained by pressing method or by the solvent extraction process, to soak the oil raw material flaxseed and extract the oil at a high temperature.

Properties of Flaxseed Oil:
It’s a main source of alpha-linolenic acid, omega-3 fatty acid. Particularly pure oil is susceptible to polymerization responses upon exposure to oxygen in the air. The polymerization or drying results in the solidification of the material to prevent drying pure oil based products are stored in an airtight container.

Main components of Flax Seed Oil:
It contains saturated palmitic acid, stearic acid, and unsaturated fatty acids linoleic acid, oleic acid, Eicosenoic acid, Palmitoleic acid.

Botanical name: Linum usitatissimum

15 Impressive Uses & Health Benefits of Flaxseed Oil:

1. The presence of omega-3 Fatty Acids, Reduces the risk of blood clots because omega-3 fatty acids help prevent blood platelets from clumping together.
2. Due to the presence of omega-3 fatty acids, it lowers the High levels of triglycerides in the blood and prevents heart disease.
3. Omega-3 fatty acids slow the production of substances that are released during the inflammatory response. It prevents the disease atherosclerosis.
4. Omega-3 fatty acids present in flaxseed lower the blood pressure.
5. Flaxseed oil may help lower cholesterol levels, due to the presence of high fiber content flax seeds lower the cholesterol level. The ALA in this oil plays a role in decreasing low-density lipoprotein LDL cholesterol or bad cholesterol.
6. Flax seeds are the main source of plant protein. It is rich in amino acid arginine, aspartic acid, and glutamic acid.
7. Due to the occurrence of insoluble fibers in the natural seed of flax, it is beneficial in lowering the sugar level of blood.
8. Flaxseed dietary fibers may aid weight control by suppressing hunger and increasing the feeling of fullness.
9. It is used in malarial infections, rheumatism, and arthritis.
10. This oil may help fight certain types of cancer.
11. This oil may also help lower the risk of diabetes.
12. This Incredible oil is used as a drying agent in wood finish products, paint formulas, etc. It is used in oil paints to make them more glossy and transparent.
13. Its fibers are used in rope, canvas, paper, and linen, which is often found in tablecloths, bed sheets, and clothing.
14. This oil is used as a conditioner and cleaner for leather products.
15. It protects the substance from water. This helps to prevent metal products from corrosion and protects the furniture.

Where to Buy Flaxseed Oil?
We manufacture only the highest quality oil as per Food, Cosmetic, and Pharma Grade. So, when this carrier oil is manufactured in our plant we first care for and properly tested with all the phases so that its quality is never skipped. We are ISO 9001:2015, GMP, HACCP, and HALAL-certified manufacturers and exporters in India. So, when you have any plans to buy this oil in bulk or retail, you can buy it online or write us for any bulk requirements. This oil is also used in cooking. This oil provides several benefits for males. This natural oil has some side effects; you can write us if you really want to know it.