Organic Safflower Oil

 

Safflower oil is extracted from the seeds of Carthamus tinctorius, a thistle-like plant traditionally cultivated for its flowers as well as its seed oil. It's commercially available in two distinct fatty acid profiles: high oleic safflower oil, rich in monounsaturated oleic acid (typically 70–80%), which offers greater oxidative stability, a higher smoke point, and a richer, more emollient feel; and high linoleic safflower oil, rich in polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acid, valued for its lightweight, fast-absorbing, non-comedogenic profile in skincare applications.

Sheerherb's Organic Safflower Oil is cold-pressed or expeller-pressed from certified organic safflower seed, available in both high oleic and high linoleic profiles, with fatty acid composition verified on every batch. We supply cosmetic formulators, dietary supplement manufacturers, and food producers sourcing organic safflower oil raw material at commercial volume.

 

 

Item	Detail
Botanical Source	Carthamus tinctorius (seed)
CAS No.	8001-23-8
INCI Name	Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
Appearance	Clear pale yellow to golden liquid
Extraction Method	Cold-pressed or expeller-pressed
Fatty Acid Profile	High Oleic: ~70–80% oleic acid (C18:1) / High Linoleic: predominantly linoleic acid (Omega-6)
Vitamin E Content	Naturally occurring, acts as a partial natural preservative
Smoke Point	High oleic variety: 400°F+ (suitable for higher-heat culinary use)
Odor/Flavor	Mild, neutral to slightly nutty
Heavy Metals / Microbial Limits	Meets standard international food/cosmetic-grade limits
Shelf Life	12–18 months when stored properly
Storage	Cool, dry place, protected from light and heat; amber glass or opaque packaging recommended
Certification	USDA Organic, ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HALAL, Kosher

Custom refinement (refined/unrefined/winterized) and packaging formats (drum, tote, glass bottle) can be arranged for specific needs - request a sample before confirming your order.

 

 

 

Organic Safflower Oil is valued mainly for its fatty acid profile, which underpins its use across both cosmetic and dietary/food applications:

1. Skin Moisturization & Carrier Oil Applications

Its lightweight, fast-absorbing texture makes it a widely used carrier oil in facial serums, lotions, and massage oil formulations.

2. Skin-Type-Specific Positioning

High linoleic variants suit oily, acne-prone, and sensitive skin formulations, while high oleic variants suit dry, mature, and dehydrated skin - giving formulators flexibility to match product positioning.

3. Dietary & Culinary Applications

Its neutral flavor and (in the high oleic form) heat stability make it suitable for cooking oils, salad dressings, and softgel dietary supplement applications.

4. Clean-Label, Recognizable Ingredient

As a widely recognized plant oil with organic certification available, it fits clean-label positioning across cosmetic, food, and supplement categories.

Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations
Both varieties serve as base carrier oils in facial serums, lotions, conditioners, and massage oil blends, selected based on target skin type.

Dietary Supplements (Softgel Oils)
High oleic safflower oil is used as a base oil in softgel supplement formulations, often paired with fat-soluble vitamins for stability.

Culinary & Food Applications
High oleic variants support use in cooking, baking, and salad dressing applications requiring a neutral-flavor, heat-stable oil.

Sheerherb has been producing Organic Safflower Oil for years and is certified to USDA Organic, ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HALAL, and Kosher standards. As a supplier serving cosmetic, supplement, and food manufacturers worldwide, we keep pricing competitive without compromising on freshness or fatty acid consistency - no shortcuts on testing.

We operate our own pressing facility and R&D team, which means variety selection, custom specifications, and sample requests are handled in-house rather than passed through a third party - giving you faster turnaround and more control over the final spec.

If you're comparing Organic Safflower Oil wholesale prices or need a supplier for OEM/private label cosmetic or dietary oil production, contact chriswang@sheerherb.com for current pricing, COA samples, and a formal quote.

 

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