Broccoliseed Oil
Broccoliseed Oil is obtained by gently pressing the fine seeds of the broccoli plant (Brassica oleracea). Broccoli is a vegetable in the crucifer family (Brassicaceae), which originated in the eastern Mediterranean. In addition to the Mediterranean, broccoli is also grown in Germany, Austria, England and the United States.
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Very high content of erucic acid
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Contains gadoleic acid
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Contains linoleic acid
This product has the following features:
- Very high content of erucic acid (omega-9, C22:1), a monounsaturated, long-chain fatty acid
- Contains oleic acid (omega-9, C18:1), linoleic acid (omega-6, C18:1) and gadoleic acid (omega-11, C20:1)
Cosmetics
- Used mainly in hair care products as a component to add shine and as an alternative for silicon
- Used in face care products for mature, oily and combination skin
- Also ideally suited for producing make-up
Chemistry & technology
- Suitable as a high-quality raw material for producing lubricants
- Used as a softening agent for plastics and as a defoaming agent for detergents