Wheat germ oil is obtained from the germ of the wheat embryo or kernel. Wheat germ constitutes the 2.5% of the wheat kernel. It is rich in octacosanol, a 28 carbon long-chain saturated primary alcohol and has been studied as an exercise and physical performance enhancing agent. It is also rich in vitamin E conte nt. Fatty acid components include Linoelic acid, Palmitic acid, Oelic acid and Linolenic acid. Other uses of wheat germ oil includes to increase blood flow, reaction time, as well as for treating certain skin conditions . It also has a high content of Vitamin A, Vitamin D, protein and lecithin. It is very popular for external application due to its beneficial effects on the skin and hence is increasingly finding place in the manufacture of skin care products. It also have antioxidant properties, strengthening the immune system and restoring overall health.
Technical Details
| Botanical Name | Triticum aestivum |
| Family | Gramineae |
| Part Used | Wheat germ |
| Origin | India |
| Mode of Extraction | Cold Pressed |
| Main Constituents | Linoleic acid, oleic acid, Vitamin-E |
| Description | Clear Transparent Liquid |
| Appearence | Colourless to pale yellow liquid |
| Organoleptic properties | Bland taste and odourless |
| Refractive index at 20 °C | 1.460- 1.480 |
| Specific Gravity at 20 °C | 0.925-0.933 |
| Storage | Well closed in air tight containers away from sunlight and heat preferably in amber color glass containers |
Uses: As a fragrance and flavor raw material; aromatherapy oils, herbal ingredient in skincare products and natural source of vitamin-E
Storage: Well closed in air tight containers away from sunlight and heat preferably in amber color glass containers.
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