Sunflower Seed Oil

Sunflower Seed Oil is a versatile carrier oil extracted from the seeds of the sunflower plant (Helianthus annuus). The plant was first domesticated by Native Americans around 3000 years ago. Today, it is widely cultivated and its oil is prized for its affordability, neutral flavor, and high smoke point. It’s also commonly used topically to benefit the skin and hair.

As a leading supplier of high-quality Carrier oils, HBNO® offers wholesale prices for bulk quantities of Winterized Sunflower Seed Carrier Oil. HBNO® also offers private label services for your company's retail products and can assist with custom formulations of your products containing Winterized Sunflower Seed Carrier Oil.

HBNO offers two Sunflower Seed Oil products: Unrefined Organic Sunflower Seed Oil and Refined Winterized Sunflower Seed RBDW. Both of our Sunflower Seed Oil products are available in bulk quantities at wholesale prices.

This page describes the attributes of our Winterized Sunflower Seed Oil (RBDW). Our RBDW refined product provides some of Sunflower Seed Oil’s nutritive benefits, but most importantly ensures a consistent odorless and colorless ingredient in your commercial food and personal care formulations. Our refined Winterized Sunflower Seed Oil (RBDW) is a good choice for formulators who want a consistently neutral, colorless, and odorless ingredient in their Culinary and Personal Care formulations, but one that still provides much of the nutritive benefit of sunflower seed oil.

"Winterized Sunflower Seed Oil RBDW" refers to a sunflower seed oil that has undergone four specific refinement processes:

1. Refined (R): The oil is treated with heat or steam to remove phospholipids, free fatty acids, and other impurities which can affect taste, clarity, and shelf life. 
   
2. Bleached (B): The oil is passed through natural clays or diatomaceous earth to remove pigments like chlorophyll and carotenes, resulting in a lighter color. 
   
3. Deodorized (D): The oil is exposed to high-pressure steam to remove volatile compounds responsible for odor, producing a neutral smell.
   
4. Winterized (W): The oil is chilled, causing waxes to solidify and separate from the liquid oil. These waxes can cloud the oil at cold temperatures, so winterization ensures a clear and stable product.

In commercial food applications, RBDW Refined Sunflower Seed Oil is perfect where a consistent neutral flavor and appearance are desired, such as the production of mayonnaise and salad dressings. "Winterized Sunflower Seed Oil RBDW" is a highly refined, neutral-tasting, clear, and shelf-stable oil.

In topically-applied Personal Care applications, RBDW refinement eliminates the natural nutty aroma and flavor of sunflower seeds, creating a product with a clean slate for incorporating into various formulations without affecting their scent. Refinement removes waxes and other components that can contribute to heaviness or greasiness, resulting in a lighter, non-greasy and more readily absorbed oil. This is ideal for hair care products, skin lotions, and sunscreens where quick absorption is desired.

Advantages of Refined RBDW Sunflower Oil in Personal Care Products:

• Improved texture and feel: Winterization removes waxes that can solidify at room temperature, leading to a smoother, more consistent oil texture. This is desirable in lotions, creams, and hair products for a pleasant application experience.
  
  
• Enhanced clarity and appearance: Removing waxes also prevents cloudiness or hazing in the oil, particularly at lower temperatures. This contributes to a more aesthetically pleasing product in balms, soaps, and other visible formulations.
  
  
• Extended shelf life: Winterization helps prevent the separation of oil and waxes over time, resulting in a more stable product with a longer shelf life. This is beneficial for manufacturers and consumers alike.

AROMA: Winterized Sunflower Seed Oil (RBDW) Carrier Oil has a neutral aroma and a light, non-greasy texture.

USAGE:

Personal Care:

• Cosmetics: It serves as a base or carrier oil in cosmetic formulations such as creams, lotions, and serums, offering emollient properties and enhancing the spreadability of products.
  
  
• Soaps: In soap-making, winterized sunflower seed oil contributes to a rich, creamy lather and helps to moisturize the skin.
  
  
• Body Oils and Lotions: Due to its lightweight and non-greasy texture, it is commonly used in body oils and lotions to provide hydration without leaving a heavy residue.
  
  
• Body Sprays and Mists: It can be blended with essential oils to create refreshing body sprays and mists, perfect for hydrating the skin and imparting a subtle fragrance.
  
  
• Skin and Hair Moisturizers: Winterized sunflower seed oil deeply moisturizes the skin and hair, making it a popular choice in moisturizers and hair conditioners.
  
  
• Shampoos and Conditioners: It helps to nourish and condition the hair, promoting softness and manageability in shampoos and conditioners.
  
  
• Lip Balms: Its emollient properties make it an excellent ingredient in lip balms, providing hydration and protection against dryness.

Food Flavorings:

• Cooking oil: Winterized Sunflower Seed Oil (RBDW) is a popular choice for cooking due to its high smoke point, making it suitable for frying, sauteing, and grilling. It has a neutral flavor that doesn't overpower other ingredients.
  
  
• Bakery: Winterized Sunflower Seed Oil (RBDW)  can be used in baking cakes, muffins, and other pastries, providing moisture and tenderness.
  
  
• Savory Soups, Stews, and Broths: It can be used in savory dishes.
  
  
• Salad and Vegetable Dressings: Its neutral and consistent flavor makes it an ideal base for commercial salad dressings and marinades. Winterized Sunflower Seed Oil (RBDW) is a common ingredient in commercially-produced mayonnaise and salad dressings, contributing to their creamy texture.
  
  
• Brining and Marinating of Meat, Poultry, Fish: Winterized sunflower seed oil can be used as part of marinades or brines to impart moisture to meats, poultry, and fish.

Industrial Usage:

• Paint and Varnish Additives: In the industrial sector, it can be incorporated into paint and varnish formulations as a natural additive to enhance durability and finish.

Pet Care:

• Pet Shampoos and Conditioners: It is often used in pet grooming products such as shampoos and conditioners to help maintain the health and shine of pet fur.
  
  
• Nutritive Ingredient in Pet Food: In pet food formulations, winterized sunflower seed oil can serve as a source of essential fatty acids, providing nutritional benefits for pets.

HBNO® is a leading supplier of Winterized Sunflower Seed Oil (RBDW) Oil. 

We supply any quantity of oil to anywhere in the world. HBNO® Winterized Sunflower Seed Oil (RBDW) Oil ships wholesale in bulk containers of various sizes, including 1 gallon, 5 gallons, 20 liters, or in any other quantity required by our clients. HBNO® also provides a full turn-key private label service of Winterized Sunflower Seed Oil (RBDW) Oil.

• Prompt dispatch from HBNO's 100,000 sq foot California warehouse. 
  
• Technical documents, SDS, Specification, COA available upon request. 
  
• Bulk packaging and private labeling services available.