Linseed Oil - Specialty Oils, Fats & Butters

Quality: cold-pressed organic INCI name: Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil Origin: Argentina, USA, Canada, Russia Application: Food, Technical Special Features: Flaxseed oil is characterized by its high content of alpha-linolenic acid (Omega-3 fatty acid) (55-70%). Alpha-linolenic acid is one of the essential fatty acids that are vital for the human body. It is the most important binding agent and preservative for the production of alkyd resins and oil paints. Further Information: Flaxseed oil contains more Omega-3 fatty acids than, for example, fish. Omega-3 fatty acids are particularly important for human metabolism and cardiovascular health. Researchers have found that flaxseed oil has many positive health aspects for humans. Therefore, flaxseed oil is commonly used in the food industry to produce items such as flaxseed oil or flaxseed capsules. However, it also finds its application in the technical industry.