Product Description: Flaxseed oil is pressed from organic flax seeds and then filtered in a proprietary multi-step process to remove impurities. It is expeller pressed, filtered, and non-hydrogenated. It is valued for having the highest content of omega-3 fatty acids from a plant source.
Prop 65 Statement:
Statement: Flaxseed Oil, Organic does not contain any of the following allergens, sensitive ingredients, or restricted ingredients:
9% Saturated Fat
18% Monounstaturated Fat
68% Polyunsaturated Fat
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place (less than 68ºF) away from direct sources of sunlight, heat, and oxidizers.
Shelf Life: Shelf life is 12 months from date of production. Cibaria guarantees a minimum of 6 months from date of shipment.
Sewer Sludge and Irradiation Statement: Cibaria International Products are food grade and have not had any contact with sewage sludge or radiation.
Applications For Product: Flaxseed oil can be used as a food ingredient. Also, topical use of flaxseed oil allows the body to absorb some of the essential fatty acids necessary for healthy cellular activity. It helps soften and heal skin abrasions, reduce the swelling and redness of lesions due to skin disease, and improves the overall health of the skin. Use flaxseed oil in soaps, creams, lotions, balms and more.
Country of Origin: USA.
Nutrient | Unit | Value per 100.0g | Tbsp 13.5g |
Proximates | |||
Water | g | 0.12 | 0.02 |
Energy | kcal | 884 | 119 |
Protein | g | 0.11 | 0.01 |
Total lipid (fat) | g | 99.98 | 13.5 |
Carbohydrate, by difference | g | 0 | 0 |
Fiber, total dietary | g | 0 | 0 |
Sugars, total | g | 0 | 0 |
Minerals | |||
Calcium, Ca | mg | 1 | 0 |
Iron, Fe | mg | 0 | 0 |
Magnesium, Mg | mg | 0 | 0 |
Phosphorus, P | mg | 1 | 0 |
Potassium, K | mg | 0 | 0 |
Sodium, Na | mg | 0 | 0 |
Zinc, Zn | mg | 0.07 | 0.01 |
Vitamins | |||
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | mg | 0 | 0 |
Thiamin | mg | 0 | 0 |
Riboflavin | mg | 0 | 0 |
Niacin | mg | 0 | 0 |
Vitamin B-6 | mg | 0 | 0 |
Folate, DFE | µg | 0 | 0 |
Vitamin B-12 | µg | 0 | 0 |
Vitamin A, RAE | µg | 0 | 0 |
Vitamin A, IU | IU | 0 | 0 |
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | mg | 0.47 | 0.06 |
Vitamin D (D2+D3) | µg | 0 | 0 |
Vitamin D | IU | 0 | 0 |
Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | µg | 9.3 | 1.3 |
Lipids | |||
Fatty acids, total saturated | g | 8.976 | 1.212 |
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | g | 18.438 | 2.49 |
Fatty acids, polyunsaturated | g | 67.849 | 9.163 |
Cholesterol | mg | 0 | 0 |
Other | |||
Caffeine | mg | 0 | 0 |
Organoleptic Characteristics: |
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Appearance/Clarity | Clear to hazy, depending on temperature |
Flavor/Odor | Nutty, buttery, may have slight grassy notes |
Color (Lovibond) Red | 9 |
Color (Lovibond) Yellow | 70 |
Typical Analysis Ranges: |
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Free Fatty Acid (% m/m expressed in oleic acid) | 1% Max |
Moisture | <0.3% |
Peroxide Value | ≤10 mEq/kg |
Iodine Value | 170-203 |
Saponification Value | 188-196 |
p-Anisidine Value | N/A |
Cold Test | N/A |
Refractive Index | N/A |
Specific Gravity | @20ºC - 0.92-0.936 |
Oil Stability Index(OSI) | N/A |
Smoke Point | N/A |
Additives |
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This specification was developed with the utmost care based on up-to-date information available, but should be scrutinized by the recipient. It does not release him or her from checking the quality of goods delivered with proper diligence.