Cottonseed oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the cotton plant, and is known for its mild flavor and health benefits. Cottonseed oil is a good source of unsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E, making it a popular choice in cooking, in addition to its uses in skin and hair care.
Ripe cottonseeds are carefully collected to ensure the quality of the product.
The seeds are washed to remove impurities and dirt.
The seeds are dried to reduce the moisture content, which facilitates the extraction process.
The oil is extracted using cold or hot pressing methods.
The oil is filtered to remove any residue or impurities, which ensures the purity of the final product.
Cotton oil: It is often extracted using hot pressing, which may affect the flavor.
The cottonseed oil extraction process produces a waste known as "cotton cake". This waste contains the remains of cotton seeds and is used in several areas, including:
