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Sunflower oil

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Fatty acids

saturated 12% · monounsaturated 29% · polyunsaturated 59%

linoleic acid (omega 6) 56.3 g (per 100 g)

alpha-linolenic acid (omega 3) 0.05 g (per 100 g)

vitamin E 56.95 mg (per 100 g)

Smoke point

unrefined 107–160 °C · refined 210–230 °C

Storage

Dark and cool. The high share of polyunsaturated fatty acids makes it fragile; refrigerate once opened.

Notable

At nearly 57 g linoleic acid per 100 g one of the most omega-6 rich oils, and almost without omega-3. The highest vitamin E content of any edible oil. The classic variety does not belong in a hot pan; the high-oleic breed is a different matter and is listed separately.