Plant oils have become an essential part of everyday life, valued for their versatile functionality and beneficial fatty acid profiles. Pressed or extracted from fruits, they play an important role in a wide range of applications such as skincare and cooking.
Jedwards International is a longtime supplier of plant-derived oils including seed oils such as canola, grapeseed, and soybean oils. Recently joining our versatile oil portfolio is Cotton Seed Oil – Solvent Extracted!
This oil is thoroughly refined, resulting in a neutral oil ideal for formulating products in a variety of industries, primarily in the cosmetic sphere and food manufacturing realm. It is sought after for its naturally high levels of linoleic acid, an essential omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid, in addition to oleic and palmitic fatty acids.
Cottonseed oil is a byproduct of cotton plant production. Though cotton has been domesticated and harvested for thousands of years, the seed was often discarded or used for animal feed before advances in industrial technology opened the doors to cotton seed oil production. Globally, between 3 and 6 million metric tons of this material are produced annually!
In cosmetic and personal-care manufacturing, cottonseed oil promotes hydration and yields antioxidant content, in addition to acting as an occlusive agent. Popular everyday products which utilize cotton seed oil include:
- Bar soap
- Creams and moisturizers
- Lip stick, gloss, and balms
- Scrubs, cleansers, and makeup remover
- Liquid blush and concealer
- Hair serums, shampoo, conditioners
Once a major ingredient in shortening, its usage has shifted towards industrial food usage and pre-packaged commercial goods. Cottonseed oil is commonly utilized in the following types of food items:
- Potato chips, crackers, and other fried snacks
- Cooking oil
- Salad dressings, mayonnaise, and sauces
- Baked goods
- Margarine, spreads, and whipped toppings
Additional industrial applications include detergents, agricultural usage and pet feed, and lubrication. Purchase bulk solvent extracted cottonseed oil and other popular seed oils at competitive wholesale pricing on bulknaturaloils.com.
