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A Modern Herbal A hyper-text version of A Modern Herbal, 1931, by Mrs. M. Grieve. Over 800 varieties of medicinal, culinary, and cosmetic herbs, including economic properties, cultivation and folk-lore.
Botanical Name- Carthamus tinctorius Origin- Mexico
Extraction- Expeller Pressed/Unrefined
Shelf life- 1 year
Kosher Certified- Yes
Notes- The grade of Safflower oil we offer is High Oleic and makes an exemplary dietary and cosmetic oil.
Stores well under any condition but extreme heat and light will lessen the shelf life. Manufactured for both cosmetic and food use and is very stable.
Specifications Color- Clear with a light yellow hue
Odor- Characteristic
Acid Value- 0.09
Peroxide Value- 1.74
pH- 4.19
Non-Saponifiables- 0.41
Saponification Value- 185-198
Iodine Value- 93
Specific Gravity- 0.92
Refractive Index - 1.465-1.475
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This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.