Safflower Oil
An oily liquid extracted from the seeds of the safflower, Carthamus tinctorius. It is used as a dietary supplement in the management of HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA. It is used also in cooking, as a salad oil, and as a vehicle for medicines, paints, varnishes, etc. (Dorland, 28th ed and Random House Unabridged Dictionary, 2d ed)
Year introduced: 1991(1975)
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Tree Number(s): D10.212.302.380.750, D10.212.507.750, D10.627.700.840, D20.215.784.750.840, G07.203.300.375.400.700, J02.500.375.400.700
MeSH Unique ID: D012450
Registry Number: 8001-23-8
Entry Terms:
- Oil, Safflower
- Oils, Safflower
- Safflower Oils