Sunflower oil is the non-volatile oil pressed from the seeds of the sunflower (Helianthus annuus).
Sunflower seed oil is widely used in the food industry for cooking, frying, salad dressings, and as an ingredient in margarine and spreads.
It is used in cosmetics, skincare products, and hair care formulations for its moisturizing, emollient, and antioxidant properties and in pharmaceutical formulations for oral medications, supplements, and topical treatments.
It is used in industrial applications such as lubricants, biofuels, and as a base oil for paints, varnishes, and coatings.