Description
Flaxseed Oil — also known as Linseed Oil extraordinarily bioactive, industrially versatile, and comprehensively researched plant-derived oils, cold pressed from the dried ripe seeds of Linum usitatissimum L. — the common flax plant — a slender, annual herbaceous plant with distinctive sky-blue flowers belonging to the Linaceae family. It is the richest plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acids for the nutraceutical and food industry, a primary therapeutic anti-inflammatory oil for the pharmaceutical and health supplement industry, an essential skin care ingredient for the cosmetic industry, and drying oils for the paint, varnish, printing ink, and industrial coating industry.
The defining chemical property of Flaxseed Oil — and the property that makes it uniquely important across so many different industries — is its extraordinary alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) content — the highest concentration of plant-based omega-3 fatty acid of any commercially available vegetable oil. This exceptionally high omega-3 content gives Flaxseed Oil its primary pharmaceutical and nutraceutical value as the most accessible, most affordable, and most concentrated plant-based omega-3 supplement — critically important for vegetarian and vegan consumers who cannot use fish oil. Beyond omega-3 — Flaxseed Oil contains significant linoleic acid (omega-6), oleic acid (omega-9) , and a unique content of lignans — the most important phytoestrogen and antioxidant compounds in flaxseed — which contribute powerful hormonal balancing, antioxidant, anti-cancer research activity, and cardiovascular protective properties.
The same high polyunsaturated fatty acid content that makes Flaxseed Oil such a valuable nutraceutical also makes it an outstanding drying oil — the ALA molecules polymerise (form cross-links) when exposed to oxygen in air, creating a hard, durable, water-resistant film. This drying property makes it the important and widely used drying oil in the paint, varnish, printing ink, wood treatment, linoleum flooring, and industrial coating industries. The industrial (linseed) oil market is separate from the food grade (flaxseed) oil market — different processing, different specifications, different regulatory requirements — and Liana Health Care supplies both grades with appropriate documentation. Creates significant B2B commercial opportunity across multiple industrial sectors from Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.
Top Note - Mildly characteristic, Slightly nutty, Faintly grassy
Middle Note - Slightly earthy, Mild
Base Note - Warm, Slightly fatty, Characteristic drydown
| Grade | Description | Standard | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Pressed Food Grade | Unrefined, unheated, maximum bioactives | FSSAI Food Grade | Nutraceutical, food fortification, cosmetic |
| Cold Pressed Therapeutic Grade | Unrefined, pharmaceutical quality | COA, GC-MS | Pharmaceutical, supplement, cosmetic |
| Refined Food Grade | Neutral taste, extended shelf life | FSSAI | Food applications requiring neutral taste |
| Raw Linseed Oil (Industrial) | Unrefined — thick — slow-drying | Industrial standard | Paint, varnish, wood treatment, artist |
| Boiled Linseed Oil (Industrial) | Heat-processed with driers — fast drying | Industrial standard | Paint, varnish, industrial coating |
| Stand Oil (Industrial) | Heat-polymerised — very thick, non-yellowing | Industrial standard | Artist medium, printing ink, premium coating |
Food Grade Flaxseed Oil Only — FSSAI compliance mandatory
Flex Seed Oil For aromatherapy
Flex Seed Oil for Cosmetics
Flex Seed Oil for Massage
Specification
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⚠️ All product information, usage rates, formulation guidance, and application details provided on this page are for general educational and informational purposes only. They are not professional pharmaceutical, medical, cosmetic, food safety, regulatory, or legal advice. It is the sole responsibility of the buyer and manufacturer to verify all usage rates, IFRA compliance limits, conduct appropriate safety assessments and stability testing, and ensure full compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements including CDSCO, FSSAI, BIS, AYUSH, IFRA, and all other applicable Indian and international regulatory authorities before incorporating any essential oil into any product intended for commercial sale or distribution. Liana Health Care Pvt. Ltd. supplies essential oils as raw material ingredients only and accepts no legal liability arising from the use or misuse of our products. Use is entirely at the discretion and risk of the buyer and manufacturer.
Products Details
| Fatty Acid | Common Name | Range | Key Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha-Linolenic Acid (C18:3 ω-3) | ALA Omega-3 | 50% to 60% | Primary — highest plant omega-3 — anti-inflammatory — cardiovascular — brain health |
| Linoleic Acid (C18:2 ω-6) | Omega-6 | 15% to 20% | Skin barrier repair — anti-inflammatory |
| Oleic Acid (C18:1 ω-9) | Omega-9 | 18% to 24% | Cardiovascular — conditioning — penetration |
| Palmitic Acid (C16:0) | Saturated | 5% to 7% | Emollient — stability |
| Stearic Acid (C18:0) | Saturated | 2% to 5% | Skin barrier — stability |
| Gondoic Acid (C20:1) | — | Trace to 1% | Minor |
| Arachidic Acid (C20:0) | — | Trace to 0.5% | Minor |
| Compound | Type | Key Properties |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) | Omega-3 fatty acid | Primary — anti-inflammatory — cardiovascular — brain health — most important |
| Secoisolariciresinol Diglucoside (SDG) | Lignan / Phytoestrogen | Highest plant lignan — antioxidant — hormonal balance — anti-cancer research |
| Enterolactone / Enterodiol | Lignan metabolites | Converted from SDG by gut bacteria — bioactive phytoestrogen |
| Vitamin E (Tocopherols) | Antioxidant | Natural antioxidant — shelf life extension |
| Beta-Sitosterol | Phytosterol | Cholesterol management — anti-inflammatory |
| Cyanogenic Glycosides | Glycosides | Present in seeds — not in cold pressed refined oil — safety note |
| Cyclolinopeptides | Cyclic peptides | Immunosuppressive activity — research |
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⚠️ All product information, usage rates, formulation guidance, and application details provided on this page are for general educational and informational purposes only. They are not professional pharmaceutical, medical, cosmetic, food safety, regulatory, or legal advice. It is the sole responsibility of the buyer and manufacturer to verify all usage rates, IFRA compliance limits, conduct appropriate safety assessments and stability testing, and ensure full compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements including CDSCO, FSSAI, BIS, AYUSH, IFRA, and all other applicable Indian and international regulatory authorities before incorporating any essential oil into any product intended for commercial sale or distribution. Liana Health Care Pvt. Ltd. supplies essential oils as raw material ingredients only and accepts no legal liability arising from the use or misuse of our products. Use is entirely at the discretion and risk of the buyer and manufacturer.
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