Is sunflower oil a seed oil?
Yes. Sunflower oil is a seed oil. High PUFA unless the label says high-oleic.
Quick facts
Regular sunflower oil runs about 65% PUFA, among the highest. High-oleic sunflower is a different animal, bred down near olive oil levels.
| Seed oil? | Yes |
| Type | seed oil |
| PUFA share | About 65% of its fat |
| PUFA per tablespoon | About 8.8 g |
| On a label | sunflower oil, sunflower seed oil, linoleic sunflower oil |
Figures from USDA oil composition data. How we use them is on the methodology page.
Compared head to head
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 sunflower oil a seed oil?
Yes. Sunflower oil is a seed oil. High PUFA unless the label says high-oleic.
How much polyunsaturated fat is in sunflower oil?
About 65% of the fat in sunflower oil is polyunsaturated, roughly 8.8 g in a tablespoon.
What is sunflower oil called on an ingredient label?
On an ingredient label, look for sunflower oil, sunflower seed oil, linoleic sunflower oil.