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Safflower Seed Oil is a plant-derived oil obtained from the seeds of Carthamus tinctorius L., commonly known as safflower. It is naturally rich in unsaturated fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid, although the fatty-acid profile varies by cultivar and processing method. Safflower oil also contains naturally occurring tocopherols (vitamin E compounds) and other minor plant constituents.
Safflower Seed Oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of Carthamus tinctorius L., an oilseed plant cultivated in different regions around the world. It is used in food, nutritional supplements, cosmetic products, and other formulations.
Safflower oil is notable for its unsaturated fatty-acid content, with many conventional safflower oils containing substantial amounts of linoleic acid, an omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid. Some safflower cultivars are instead developed to produce higher levels of oleic acid, so the exact fatty-acid profile depends on the variety and processing method. (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)
Safflower Seed Oil also naturally contains tocopherols, including alpha-tocopherol, although amounts can vary between cultivars and extraction methods. (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)
In dietary supplements, Safflower Seed Oil may be provided in softgels, capsules, liquid oils, or combination formulas. It may be used as a source of plant-based dietary fats and fatty acids. Consumers should check the product label for the oil source, extraction method, fatty-acid profile where provided, serving size, and additional ingredients.