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Safflower Extract (Carthamus tinctorius) – Linoleic Acid 70–80%

Carthamus tinctorius · Asteraceae

Marker compound
Linoleic acid
Standardisation
70–80% (GC)
Assay method
GC
Plant part
Flower, Seed
Origin
China, India

Safflower Extract (Carthamus tinctorius) – Linoleic Acid 70–80%

Safflower extract is produced from the flower / seed oil of Carthamus tinctorius (Asteraceae family) and supplied as a plant lipid fraction, standardized to Linoleic acid. Available grades: Typical 70–80%. Typical sourcing: China, India. For B2B formulation in nutraceuticals & supplements, food & beverage.

Typical 70–80%

Specifications

Botanical name Carthamus tinctorius
Common names Safflower
Plant family / part Asteraceae / Flower / seed oil
Marker compound Linoleic acid
Phytochemical class Lipids & fatty acids › Fatty acids
Available grades Typical 70–80%
Assay method GC
Pharmacopoeia & standards Chinese Pharmacopoeia
Form Plant Lipid & Oil
Origin China, India
Pack sizes Sample (50 g), 250 g, 1 Kg, 5 Kg, 25 Kg
Shelf life & storage Typically 24 months in sealed original packaging; store cool, dry and away from light

Formulation focus

  • Heart & Circulation
  • Natural Colours

Industries

Nutraceuticals & Supplements, Food & Beverage

Traditional systems: Traditional Chinese Medicine

Documentation

The Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet (GHS format) can be downloaded from this page; the batch Certificate of Analysis is supplied on request. Confirm the assay method (HPLC, UV or gravimetric) on the CoA, as results differ between methods.

For B2B formulation and research use. Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA or other regulators; this ingredient is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.