Wheat germ is the essence of the wheat. It has high levels of unsaturated fatty acids and linoleic acid, which make it a healthy alternative to traditional oils in order to reduce cholesterol content in the blood. Wheat germ oil is rich in vitamin E, more so than any other plant oil. The product works as an anti-ageing agent, boosts immunity, reduces pigmentation and improves the elasticity of the skin.
Applications:
1. Ingredient in making soft capsules of wheat germ oil.
2. As a base for manufacturing cosmetics.
3. In preparing food.
Specifications:
Color (Lovibond Tintometer 133.4) ≤Y35, R5.0;
Refractive Index 1.469-1.478;
Density 0.92-0.94;
128-148 mg iodine/100g;
≥300mg vitamin E/100g;
Water & Volatility ≤0.20;
Impurities ≤0.05 percent;
Value of peroxide m mol/kg ≤6.0;
Value of acid mg KOH/g ≤2.0.
Tags: Wheat Germ Oil