Is safflower oil a seed oil?
Yes. Safflower oil is a seed oil. One of the highest-PUFA oils there is.
Quick facts
| Seed oil? | Yes |
| Type | seed oil |
| PUFA share | About 75% of its fat |
| PUFA per tablespoon | About 10.2 g |
| On a label | safflower oil, high-linoleic safflower oil |
Figures from USDA oil composition data. How we use them is on the methodology page.
Lower PUFA fats to use instead
- Coconut oil, about 2% PUFA
- Beef tallow, about 3% PUFA
- Butter, about 3% PUFA
- Olive oil, about 10% PUFA
- Avocado oil, about 14% PUFA
More answers
Yes, it is a seed oil
Borderline
No, it is not a seed oil
Frequently asked
Is safflower oil a seed oil?
Yes. Safflower oil is a seed oil. One of the highest-PUFA oils there is.
How much polyunsaturated fat is in safflower oil?
About 75% of the fat in safflower oil is polyunsaturated, roughly 10.2 g in a tablespoon.
What is safflower oil called on an ingredient label?
On an ingredient label, look for safflower oil, high-linoleic safflower oil.