Crude Soybean Oil

Origin
India, Paraguay, Thailand
CAS Number
8001-22-7
HS Code
1507.10.00

Basic Info

IUPAC Name
soybean oil (refined)
Molecular Formula
Triacylglycerols (linolenic)
Synonyms & Trade Names
Refined soybean oil; Soya oil; Soybean oil RBD
Purity / Assay (%)
Refined
Grade / Quality Level
Food Grade
Physical Form
Liquid
Concentration
Pure substance
Appearance / Color
Clear to slightly colored liquid
Odor
Mild
Melting Point (°C)
-16.0000
Boiling Point (°C)
>300
Density (g/cm³)
0.9170
Solubility in Water
Insoluble
UN Number
Not applicable
H-Statements
None
P-Statements
P260
REACH Status
Registered
Drug Precursor Status
Non-precursor
Storage Class (GHS)
10
Storage Conditions
Cool, dark; sealed

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Technical Document

Crude Soybean Oil is an unrefined oil extracted from soybeans through cleaning, conditioning, mechanical pressing or solvent extraction, and degumming to remove phospholipids. With its characteristic amber-green color and natural soybean aroma, it serves as a key feedstock for producing refined soybean oil (RBD), lecithin (for food emulsifiers), and industrial food ingredients like margarine and shortenings. Though rich in polyunsaturated fats (omega-6) and vitamin E, it requires further refining for edible use due to impurities (FFAs, gums).