Refined · Winterized · Built for frying
Bulk Cottonseed Oil
Bulk cottonseed oil, refined and winterized, with a mild, slightly nutty finish and excellent stability in the fryer. A classic choice for snacks, chips and fried foods, supplied from 1L bottles to 20,000L flexitanks.
- Grade
- Refined & winterized
- Smoke point
- About 220–230 °C / 430–450 °F
- Best for
- Frying and snacks
- Processed in
- USA
Request a quote for Cottonseed Oil
1. Choose a grade
2. Choose a pack size
Minimum 1,000 L (≈264 gal) per quote — mix any oils and pack sizes. Nothing to pay now: we reply by email with a quotation showing the price, shipping terms and estimated arrival date.
The original American frying oil
Bulk cottonseed oil has been a mainstay of commercial frying for more than a century. It was the base of the first mass-market vegetable shortening in the United States in 1911, and it is still prized by snack makers and fry cooks for the clean, slightly nutty finish it gives fried food. Once refined, it is light golden, mild in flavor and stable in the fryer.
Our cottonseed oil is refined, bleached, deodorized and winterized, processed and packed in the United States from US-grown and imported cottonseed, and supplied from 1-liter bottles to 20,000-liter flexitanks.
Why fry cooks and snack makers choose cottonseed oil
- Stable in the fryer. It has a higher share of palmitic acid than most liquid oils (typically 21–26%) and almost no omega-3, which helps it resist breakdown at frying temperatures.
- Flavor that suits fried food. Its mild, slightly nutty character is a reason many potato chip and snack producers still choose it.
- High smoke point. Refined cottonseed oil smokes at roughly 220–230 °C (430–450 °F), above normal frying temperatures of 170–190 °C.
- Winterized for clarity. Winterizing removes the higher-melting fats that would cloud the oil in the cold, so it stays clear in storage.
Is cottonseed oil safe to eat?
Yes, when refined. Raw cottonseed contains gossypol, a natural compound that is not suitable for food. Refining removes it, which is why food-grade cottonseed oil is always refined. Our oil goes through full refining, bleaching and deodorizing, and every lot is tested before packing.
How bulk cottonseed oil is priced
Cottonseed oil is a by-product of the cotton crop, so its supply and price follow cotton harvests as well as wider vegetable oil markets. We price each order on grade, pack size, total volume and destination. The minimum is 1,000 liters per quote, and you can combine cottonseed oil with any of our other oils.
Technical data
Cottonseed Oil grades and specifications
Available grades
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| Refined (RBD, winterized) | Food grade. Refining removes gossypol; mild taste and stable for frying. |
| Crude (for refining) | Unrefined oil for refiners only. Contains gossypol and is not suitable for food until refined. |
Each grade is priced separately. The specifications below are for Refined (RBD, winterized); specifications for other grades are supplied with your quote.
Quality specification
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance (20 °C) | Clear, bright, free of sediment |
| Odor and taste | Mild, clean, free of foreign odors |
| Color (Lovibond, 5¼ in. cell) | 3.5 red max. |
| Free fatty acids (as oleic acid) | 0.10% max. |
| Peroxide value (at packing) | 1.0 meq O₂/kg max. |
| Moisture and volatile matter | 0.05% max. |
| Insoluble impurities | 0.05% max. |
| Cold test (0 °C, 5.5 hours) | Clear (winterized) |
| Iodine value (Wijs) | 100–123 |
| Saponification value | 189–198 mg KOH/g |
| Relative density (20 °C) | 0.918–0.926 |
| Refractive index (40 °C) | 1.458–1.466 |
| Trans fatty acids | 1.0% max. of total fatty acids |
| Smoke point | About 220–230 °C / 430–450 °F |
| Shelf life (unopened) | Up to 18 months; 12 months for IBC and flexitank deliveries |
Typical specification for our standard refined, winterized grade. Identity values follow the Codex Alimentarius standard for cottonseed oil. Values for each lot are confirmed on the Certificate of Analysis supplied with your order.
Fatty acid profile
| Fatty acid | % of total fatty acids |
|---|---|
| Myristic acid (C14:0) | 0.6–1.0 |
| Palmitic acid (C16:0) | 21.4–26.4 |
| Stearic acid (C18:0) | 2.1–3.3 |
| Oleic acid (C18:1) | 14.7–21.7 |
| Linoleic acid (C18:2) | 46.7–58.2 |
| Alpha-linolenic acid (C18:3) | 0.4 max. |
| Arachidic acid (C20:0) | 0.2–0.5 |
Ranges for cottonseed oil from the Codex Alimentarius Standard for Named Vegetable Oils (CXS 210-1999). Your lot results are shown on the Certificate of Analysis.
Source: Codex Alimentarius Standard for Named Vegetable Oils (FAO)
Applications
What cottonseed oil is used for
Snack production
A long-standing frying oil for potato chips, corn chips and other fried snacks, valued for its stability and flavor.
Learn more about Snack productionFast food and restaurants
Holds up in fryers for fries, chicken, fish and battered foods.
Learn more about Fast food and restaurantsFood manufacturing
Used in margarine and shortening blends, sauces and prepared foods.
Learn more about Food manufacturingCatering and hotels
A dependable frying oil for high-volume kitchens.
Learn more about Catering and hotelsDistributors and wholesalers
10L, 20L and 200L formats for foodservice customers.
Learn more about Distributors and wholesalersPackaging
Cottonseed Oil pack sizes
Combine cottonseed oil with any other oils on the same quote. 200L drums and 1,000L IBC totes suit most frying and snack operations.
| Pack size | US gallons | Ordered as | Liters per order unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1L Bottles | 0.26 gal | Case of 12 × 1L | 12 L |
| 5L Bottles | 1.3 gal | Case of 4 × 5L | 20 L |
| 10L Containers | 2.6 gal | Case of 2 × 10L | 20 L |
| 20L Jerrycans | 5.3 gal | Per jerrycan | 20 L |
| 200L Drums | 52.8 gal | Per drum | 200 L |
| 1,000L IBC Totes | 264 gal | Per IBC tote | 1,000 L |
| 20,000L Flexitanks | 5,283 gal | Per flexitank (20ft container) | 20,000 L |
Sourcing
From the cotton harvest to finished oil
Our cottonseed oil is processed and packed in the United States from US-grown and imported cottonseed. After cotton is ginned, the seed that remains is cleaned, delinted and processed into oil, so nothing from the crop goes to waste.
Every batch is fully refined to remove gossypol, then bleached, winterized, deodorized, tested against specification and packed at our US facilities.
Processing
How we make cottonseed oil
Cleaning and delinting
Ginned seed is cleaned and the short fibers left on the seed are removed.
Hulling
The hulls are cracked and separated from the oil-rich kernels.
Pressing and extraction
The kernels are conditioned and pressed, and the remaining oil is recovered.
Refining
Neutralizing removes free fatty acids and gossypol, making the oil food-safe.
Bleaching and winterizing
Color pigments are removed and the oil is chilled and filtered so it stays clear.
Deodorizing, testing and packing
Steam distillation under vacuum removes odor compounds; each batch is then tested and packed.
Storage & handling
Keeping cottonseed oil fresh
Temperature
Store between 10 and 25 °C (50–77 °F), away from heat sources. Heat speeds up oxidation and shortens shelf life.
Light and air
Keep containers sealed and out of direct sunlight. Oxygen and light are the main causes of rancidity.
Shelf life
Up to 18 months unopened in original packaging. Transfer IBC and flexitank deliveries to clean, dry tanks and use them first-in, first-out.
In the fryer
Filter oil daily, skim debris, top up with fresh oil and avoid salting food over the fryer. Replace the oil when it darkens, foams or smokes at normal frying temperature.
Buying wholesale
Wholesale cottonseed oil supplier: how ordering works
Wholesale Cooking Oil LLC supplies cottonseed oil in bulk direct to food businesses in the United States and worldwide. Every lot is tested and packed at our US facilities and shipped with its Certificate of Analysis. Here is what to expect when you buy cottonseed oil wholesale from us.
Grades
Refined (RBD, winterized), Crude (for refining). Each grade is quoted separately.
Pack sizes
1L Bottles, 5L Bottles, 10L Containers, 20L Jerrycans, 200L Drums, 1,000L IBC Totes, 20,000L Flexitanks. Mix any sizes and oils on one quote.
Minimum order
1,000 L (≈264 gal) per quote, across any combination of oils and pack sizes.
Your quotation
Free and emailed to you, valid for 7 days, showing the price, any freight and other charges, the route and an estimated arrival date.
Payment
100% in advance in US dollars, by bank transfer or cryptocurrency, against the pro forma invoice in your quotation.
Dispatch and delivery
Dispatched within 24–48 hours of payment clearing. By truck across the US (usually 1–5 business days), Canada and Mexico, or by sea from five US seaports worldwide.
Documents
A Certificate of Analysis for each lot, plus the commercial invoice, packing list and transport document. Specification sheets on request.
Who we supply
Restaurants, hotels, caterers, bakeries, food manufacturers, distributors, retailers and importers.
FAQ
Cottonseed Oil questions
What is the minimum order?
1,000 liters (about 264 US gallons) per quote, across any combination of oils and pack sizes. For example, one 1,000L IBC tote, five 200L drums, or 50 cases of 4 × 5L bottles.
Is cottonseed oil safe to eat?
Yes, refined cottonseed oil is food-safe. Refining removes gossypol, a natural compound in raw cottonseed. Our oil is fully refined and every lot is tested before packing.
Is cottonseed oil good for deep frying?
Yes. Its higher palmitic acid content and near-zero omega-3 make it stable at frying temperatures, which is why it is widely used for chips and snacks.
What does cottonseed oil taste like?
Refined cottonseed oil is mild with a slightly nutty note that many people find suits fried food.
Can you supply non-GMO cottonseed oil?
Tell us in your quote request if you need non-GMO or certified oil. Availability depends on the crop lot, and we will confirm exactly what we can supply in your quote.
Where is your cottonseed oil made?
It is processed and packed in the United States from US-grown and imported cottonseed.
How is the price set?
Vegetable oil prices move with crop harvests and global commodity markets, so each quote is based on grade, pack size, total volume and delivery destination. Your quotation shows the price, any freight and other charges, the shipping terms and route, and an estimated arrival date.
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