Model: | - |
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Brand: | Kunhua |
Origin: | Made In China |
Category: | Agriculture & Foods / Processed Food / Edible Oil |
Label: | wheat germ oil , wheatgerm oil |
Price: |
US $8
/ kg
|
Min. Order: | 5 kg |
Last Online:20 Mar, 2014 |
Definition of wheat germ oil
Wheat Germ Oil (Refined) also been called diamond oil is expeller pressed without the use of
chemical solvents. Wheat Germ is rich in octacosanol; it is also rich in naturally occurring
antioxidants including vitamin E and beta carotene, and also contains naturally occurring
phosphatides and phytosterols which assist in the digestion of fats.
Summaries of wheat germ oil
Obtained from the embryo or kernel of the wheat grain, wheat germ oil is a light yellow, fat
soluble natural oil. As it is an unrefined oil, it has a thick consistency and a strong aroma.
Although the germ of the wheat forms only 3% of the weight of the wheat grain, the benefits
of wheat germ stem from the fact that it contains almost 25% of the total proteins, vitamins
and minerals of the wheat grain.
Wheat germ oil is an unrefined oil that is obtained from the germ of the wheat kernel. It is the
richest source of Vitamin E than any other vegetable oil. It also has a high content of Vitamin A
and Vitamin D. It is rich in protein and lecithin. It is very popular for external application due to its
beneficial effects on the skin. Hence, it is increasingly finding place in the manufacture of skin care
products. Other benefits of wheat germ oil include its antioxidant properties and its effect in strengthening
the immune system and restoring overall health.
Specification of wheat germ oil
ITEM |
INDEX |
Transparence |
Yellow clear transparency |
Color (Lovibond tintometer 133.4mm) |
Y30, R2.0 |
Water & Volatile (%) |
0.2max |
Impurity (%) |
0.1max |
Density (20°C) |
0.92~0.94 |
Refractive Index (20°C) |
1.469~1.478 |
Iodine (gl/100g) |
115~140 |
Value of acid (mgKOH/g) |
0.2max |
Saponification Value (mgKOH/g) |
180~200 |
Peroxide Value (mol/kg) |
6max |
Unsaponification Matter (%) |
2~6 |
Vitamin E content (mg/100g) |
200~500 |
Fatty acids contains of wheat germ oil
Component |
g/100g |
Linoleic acid(omega-6) |
55 |
Palmitic acid |
16 |
Oleic acid |
14 |
Linolenic acid(omega-3) |
7 |