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sunflower-oil

Sunflower oil

Property Specification
Appearance Clear, light yellow to golden yellow liquid
Odor Mild, neutral, characteristic of sunflower seeds
Taste Light, pleasant, and slightly nutty
Density 0.918 – 0.923 g/cm³ at 20°C
Viscosity 48 – 50 mPa·s at 40°C
Refractive Index 1.466 – 1.469 at 40°C
Melting Point -17 to -20°C
Boiling Point > 300°C (decomposes before boiling)
Flash Point 316°C (approx.)
Smoke Point 225°C (refined), 107°C (unrefined)
Color (Lovibond) Max 15Y/1.5R (refined oil)
Acid Value ≤ 0.6 mg KOH/g (refined)
Peroxide Value ≤ 10 meq O2/kg (refined)
Iodine Value 110 – 143 (high unsaturation level)
Saponification Value 188 – 194 mg KOH/g
Moisture Content ≤ 0.1% (refined)