Blackcurrant Seed Oil

Blackcurrant (Ribes nigrum) is native to central and northern Europe as well as temperate regions of Asia. It is now widely cultivated in cool temperate to cold temperate zones, with core production areas including: Poland, Germany, Canada, the acidic sandy loam regions in the northeastern United States, and the cold volcanic soil cultivation belt in northeastern China. Its dark purple-black berries are edible, featuring a sweet taste and containing seeds. Blackcurrant seed oil, extracted from the seeds, is rich in gamma linolenic acid (GLA), which typically comprises 12-16% of the oil, is an essential fatty acid with multiple health benefits.

Classification:

Functional Oils

Key words:

GLA

ALA

Omega-3

Women's Health (PMS)

Cardiovascular Health

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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

Blackcurrant seed Oil((Solvent Extracted & Refined) GLA 12-16%

Technical Data

INCI Name	RIBES NIGRUM (BLACK CURRANT) SEED OIL
OSI	2.0-5.0 h (110°C)
Iodine Value	170-188 g I₂/100g
Saponification Value	185.0-195 mg KOH/g
C16:0 Palmitic C18:0 Stearic C18:1 Oleic C18:2 Linoleic C18:3 γ-Linolenic C18:3 α-Linolenic C18:4 Stearidonic	5.0-9.0% 1.0-3.0% 8.0-16.0% 43.0-50.0% 12-17% 12.0-16.0% 2.0-4.0%