Meadowfoam seed oil

Meadowfoam seed oil (CAS 153065-40-8), also marketed as meadowfoam oil, is a cold-pressed vegetable oil derived from the seeds of Limnanthes alba. Its unusually high content of long-chain fatty acids gives it exceptional oxidative stability.

This stability makes it a preferred base oil where shelf life and performance consistency matter to formulators and buyers alike. In personal care, it functions as an emollient and moisturizer in skin creams and hair conditioners.

It is also used in lip products, where its low grease feel and strong spreadability improve finished product texture. Industrial lubricant manufacturers use it as a bio-based base fluid or additive for specific needs.

This is particularly useful where biodegradability is a procurement requirement. Coatings and adhesive formulators incorporate it to improve flexibility and film formation in specialty coatings and various industrial applications.

Its natural emulsification behavior also supports use in dispersions and blended formulations requiring a stable, plant-derived carrier oil. The product is supplied as a clear to pale yellow liquid for easy handling.

It is available in cosmetic-grade and food-grade specifications, with cosmetic-grade being the dominant commercial form for personal care supply chains. Standard packaging ranges from small drums to bulk totes.

Refined and cold-pressed variants are available depending on application requirements. The oil maintains its integrity under high heat and pressure, ensuring reliable performance across diverse manufacturing environments.