Cold-Solvent Extracted Corn Oil

Description

Cold-solvent extracted corn oil is produced using low-temperature chemical extraction methods that utilize gentle solvents like ethanol or food-grade hexane at reduced temperatures (below 40°C) to prevent the degradation of heat-sensitive nutrients. Unlike traditional solvent extraction that uses heat to accelerate oil release, the cold-solvent method aims to preserve the integrity of phytochemicals, vitamin E, plant sterols, and unsaturated fatty acids found in corn germ. After extraction, the solvent is evaporated and recovered, leaving behind a light, aromatic, golden-colored oil rich in natural compounds.

This method offers a compromise between cold-pressing and conventional chemical extraction, combining higher oil yield with retained nutritional value. The resulting oil is mildly nutty, smooth in mouthfeel, and suitable for gourmet culinary use where flavor and nutrition are key—such as in cold sauces, salad dressings, and artisan snacks. Because the low-temperature process avoids thermal oxidation, the oil has a naturally longer shelf life compared to heat-processed oils, provided it is stored in cool, dark conditions.

Nutritionally, cold-solvent extracted corn oil retains more gamma-tocopherol, a powerful antioxidant, and ferulic acid esters, which support skin, heart, and cellular health. It’s often used by functional food brands, supplement formulators, and clean-label culinary producers who seek oils with minimal processing but higher efficiency than pressing alone. This oil is also being explored in cosmeceutical formulations, especially for face serums and under-eye creams, where its anti-inflammatory and oxidative protection benefits can be harnessed at a cellular level.

While not yet mainstream due to the high cost of equipment and slower processing rates, this oil is gaining attention among boutique producers, health-focused kitchens, and bioactive ingredient manufacturers. It represents a thoughtful blend of technology and nutrition, optimizing both purity and yield. It’s sold in dark glass bottles, often labeled as “low-temperature extracted” or “ethanol-extracted corn oil,” and is slowly entering premium food and cosmetic markets. As consumer demand for traceable, minimally processed, and nutrient-preserved oils grows, cold-solvent extracted corn oil could become an emerging standard in health-conscious edible oil production.

Quantity is 5 litres