Borage Oil

Borage Oil


Borage Oil is derived from the seeds of the borage plant (scientific name: Borago officinalis). Native to the Mediterranean region, borage has been used as an herbal remedy by ancient Greeks and Romans, who believed it had soothing and tonic properties. Over time, it spread across Europe and was used in traditional medicine to alleviate inflammation and skin issues. Now, borage is primarily cultivated in Europe, northwestern China, and certain temperate regions, with its seeds being processed to extract borage oil.

Borage Oil is a rich source of omega-6 Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA), a fatty acid composed of 18 carbon atoms and three double bonds. Its health benefits are attributed to GLA, a rare constituent found in only a few plants in nature, including borage, evening primrose, black currant, and hemp. The GLA content in borage oil ranges from 17% to 24%.

Key words:

GLA

Omega-6

Women's Health (PMS)

Skin Health

Pet Food

Product Benefits

Relieves breast pain and other symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

Treats eczema, itchy skin, and acne

Prevents the nerve pain of diabetes 

Eases the aches of rheumatoid arthritis 

Nourishes nails, scalp, and hair

Protects against the effects of aging

Product Options

Cold-pressed virgin borage oil (GLA 17%-24%)

Cold-pressed & refined borage oil (GLA 17%-24%)

Solvent extracted & refined borage oil (GLA 17%-24%)

Organic cold-pressed virgin borage oil  (GLA 17%-24%)

Organic cold-pressed & refined borage oil (GLA 17%-24%)

Technical Data

INCI NameBORAGO OFFICINALIS SEED OIL
OSI2.0-5.0 h (110°C)
Iodine Value120-150 gI₂/100g
Saponification Value185.0-195.0 mg KOH/g

C18:0 Stearic

C18:1 Oleic

C18:2 Linoleic 

C18:3γ-Linolenic

C20:0 Arachidonic 

C20:1 Icosenoic

C22:1 Docosenoic

C24:1 Nervonic

2.0–6.0%

12.0–22.0%

30.0–41.0%

17.0-24.0%

0-0.5%

2.8-4.4%

0-3.0%

0-4.5%

Applications

Dietary supplement

Pharmaceutics

Cosmetics

Pet nutrition

Characteristics

EU Organic

USDA Organic

non-GMO

HALAL

KOSHER

Vegan

Gluten-Free

Characteristics

EU Organic

USDA Organic

non-GMO

HALAL

KOSHER

Vegan

Gluten-Free

 

Packaging

190kg Drum

25kg Drum

IBC