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Rice bran oil is the oil extracted from the germ and inner husk of rice. It is notable for its very high smoke point of 490° F (254 C) and its mild flavor, making it suitable for high-temperature cooking methods such as stir frying and deep frying.

Rice bran oil contains a range of fats, with 47% of its fats monounsaturated, 33% polyunsaturated, and 20% saturated. The oil may also offer some health benefits, as it contains oryzanol, an antioxidant that may help prevent heart attacks; phytosterols, compounds believed to help lower cholesterol absorption; and relatively high amounts of vitamin E.

Rice bran, which is obtained in the milling process, is the part of the rice that is richest in fat. This natural oil, which is expeller pressed, has the presence of natural antioxidants which makes it an excellent ingredient for food grade products.

Rice Bran is full of antioxidants, such as Vitamin E, ferulic acid, linolic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid and oryzanol. The oil acts as both a carrier and emollient and is available in several forms: extract, oil and wax.

In Japan, Rice Bran Oil is used as a skin and hair beauty enhancer. It also used throughout the world in a variety of cosmetics, especially those that treat dry, mature skin.

Rice Bran Oil is truly "The World's Healthiest" edible oil, containing vitamins, antioxidants, nutrients and trans fat free. It's not just delicate and flavorful, it can help lower cholesterol, fight diseases, enhance the immune system, fight free radicals and more. Rice Bran Oil is extremely light, versatile and delicious. Use it to fry, sauté, in salad dressings, baking, dipping oils and where ever you use cooking oil. Once you use it you will be amazed cooking light and healthy is also the best tasting.

Rice bran oil is vastly superior to traditional cooking oils and can be considered a nutraceutical (food as medicine) oil that is perfect for all your healthy cooking needs. Rice Bran Oil is quickly becoming a favorite in commercial frying to replace hydrogenated oils that contain trans fat. This is due to rice bran oils health, flavor and performance benefits.

Ricebran oil is the fixed oil extracted from bran obtained in making white or polished rice (which is actually the endosperm of the seed of Oryza sativa L., Gramineae).

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Specifications

Specific Gravity Range at 25ºC According to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Test Method

 N/A 0.916 to 0.921

Iodine Value Range According to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Test Method

 N/A 99 to 108

Saponification Value Range According to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Test Method

 N/A 181 to 189

Free Fatty Acids Value for 0.02 Normal Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) According to United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Test Method

 N/A <2.0 mL

Maximum Color Gardner According to American Oil Chemists Society (AOCS) Td la-64 Test Method

 N/A 4

Appearance

 N/A Pale Yellow
Bright and Clear Oily Liquid

Odor

 N/A Bland
Almost Odorless

Typical Fatty Acid Composition Value for C14:0 Lipid Number

 N/A <1.0 %

Typical Fatty Acid Composition Value Range for C16:0 Lipid Number

 N/A 12 to 18 %

Typical Fatty Acid Composition Value Range for C18:0 Lipid Number

 N/A 1 to 3 %

Typical Fatty Acid Composition Value Range for C18:1 Lipid Number

 N/A 40 to 50 %

Typical Fatty Acid Composition Value Range for C18:2 Lipid Number

 N/A 29 to 42 %

Typical Fatty Acid Composition Value for C18:3 Lipid Number

 N/A <2.0 %

Footnote

 N/A Because of natural variations in oilseed crops, chemical and physical constants cannot be guaranteed at all times.

Common Uses of Rice Bran Oil

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Cosmetics
Hair care products
Skin care items
Lipsticks
Nail polish
Sunscreens

Benefits of Rice Bran Oil

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Provides moderate penetration with little greasiness
Promotes of collagen formation
Inhibits lipid peroxidation
Treats dry, mature skin
Provides smooth spreadability

Some of the Benefits of Rice Oil are

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A source of vitamin E complex, antioxidants and other micronutrients to help fight free radicals and combat the effects of aging. Rice bran oil has more of these components than other cooking oils. The components of rice bran oil give it an outstanding shelf life.

Rice Bran Oil has the best balance of saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats as recommended by such organizations as the American Heart Association and the World Health Organization. It's the oil of choice for improving serum cholesterol levels and preventing cardiovascular diseases.

The viscosity of our oil is very light and the flavor delicate. Foods cooked with California Rice Oil absorb up to 20% less oil! Less oil absorbed results in reduced calories, better, lighter tasting food and enhanced flavor and palatability. Less oil absorbed also makes it more economical.

Rice Bran Oil is hypoallergenic. For those who have an intolerance to other cooking oils this is an excellent alternative.

The actual cost of California Rice Oil to the consumer is not significantly different than other high-grade vegetable oils on the market.

Rice bran oil is a naturally occurring source of many antioxidants such as Tocopherols, Tocotrienols, Gamma Oryzanol, Phytosterols, Polyphenols and Squalene.

Rice bran oil has a very high smoke (burn) point, making it perfect for deep frying, pan or stir frying and is a premium choice for the replacement of hydrogenated oil containing trans fat now being used in deep fryers.

Rice bran oil creates less polymers than other oils meaning better flavor and easier clean-up.