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: | 1 KG |
Live Chat: | 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 |