CAS · 8008-74-0
Product Overview
Sesame Oil is a high-purity pharmaceutical-excipients supplied for industrial and specialty chemical applications. Contact our team for specifications, packaging options and lead times.
Product Specifications
| Grade | USP NF2021 / EP11.0 |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Almost colourless to light-yellow clear liquid |
| Identification | 1. Conform Triglyceride Composition 2. Identification of fatty oils by thin-layer chromatography: the chromatogram obtained is similar to the corresponding chromatogram shown in Figure |
| Relative density | About 0.919 at 20℃, (25℃) 0.912~0.921 |
| Refractive index | About 1.473 at 20℃ |
| Iodine value | 103~116 |
| Saponification value | 188~195 |
| Acid value | 0.5 max |
| Water | 0.1% max |
| Triglyceride Composition (USP NF2021) | LLL: 7.0%~19.0% OLL: 13.0%~30.0% PLL: 5.0%~9.0% OLL: 14.0%~25.0% POL: 8.0%~16.0% OOO: 5.0%~14.0% SOL: 2.0%~8.0% POO: 2.0%~10.0% |
| Triglyceride Composition (EP11.0) | LLL: 7.0%~19.0% OLL: 13.0%~30.0% PLL: 5.0%~9.0% OOL: 12.0~23.0% POL: 6.0%~14.0% OOO: 5.0%~16.0% SOL: 2.0%~8.0% POO: 2.0%~10.0% |
| Alkaline impurities | NMT 0.1 ml of 0.01 N hydrochloric acid is required |
| Solidification temperature of fatty acids | 20~25℃ |
| Solidification temperature | About -4℃ |
| Peroxide value | 10.0 max |
| Unsaponifiable matter | 1.5% max |
| Cottonseed oil | No reddish color develops within 15 min |
Applications
Sesame oil is primarily used in the food industry as a cooking oil, salad dressing, and flavoring agent due to its pleasant taste, high smoke point, and nutritional benefits. It is incorporated into baked goods, snacks, and sauces, providing essential fatty acids and enhancing flavor. In cosmetic and personal care formulations, sesame oil acts as a moisturizer, emollient, and carrier oil in creams, lotions, hair oils, and massage products, owing to its skin-nourishing properties and antioxidant content. In pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications, it is used as a base oil for drug delivery, topical ointments, and as a vehicle for fat-soluble vitamins and herbal extracts. Additionally, sesame oil serves as a natural ingredient in aromatherapy and massage therapy, providing both therapeutic benefits and fragrance.
Benefits
The benefits of sesame oil stem from its rich composition of fatty acids, antioxidants, and bioactive compounds. It moisturizes and protects the skin, improves elasticity, and supports hair health by reducing dryness and breakage. Its antioxidant content helps combat oxidative stress, contributing to skin and cellular protection. Nutritionally, sesame oil supplies essential fatty acids and promotes cardiovascular health when used in dietary applications. Its stability against oxidation ensures a long shelf life, while its natural origin and hypoallergenic properties make it safe for food, cosmetic, and topical use. Additionally, it enhances the absorption of other active ingredients in formulations, increasing overall efficacy.
Conclusion
Sesame oil is a versatile natural oil used in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical applications. Its nourishing fatty acids, antioxidants, and stability make it valuable for cooking, skin and hair care, and drug delivery formulations. As demand grows for natural and multifunctional ingredients, sesame oil continues to be an essential component in health-conscious diets, personal care products, and therapeutic applications.
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