Kachi ghani · Expeller-pressed · Refined · Export only
Bulk Mustard Oil
Bulk mustard oil for export in kachi ghani (cold-pressed), expeller-pressed and refined grades. Natural pungency for South Asian cooking and pickling, supplied from 1L bottles to 20,000L flexitanks.
- Grades
- Kachi ghani, expeller, refined
- Pungency (kachi ghani)
- 0.20% min. allyl isothiocyanate
- Supply
- Export only
- Pressed in
- USA
Request a quote for Mustard 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 pungent cooking oil of South Asia
Bulk mustard oil is pressed from mustard seed and is the traditional cooking oil of northern and eastern India, Bangladesh, Nepal and Pakistan. Its sharp, nose-tingling pungency comes from allyl isothiocyanate, the same compound that gives mustard and wasabi their bite. It forms naturally when the seed is crushed, and it is what gives Bengali fish curries, pickles (achar) and North Indian dishes their distinctive flavor.
Our mustard oil is pressed, tested and packed in the United States from US-grown and imported mustard seed, and supplied for export from 1-liter bottles to 20,000-liter flexitanks.
Kachi ghani, expeller-pressed or refined
| Kachi ghani (cold-pressed) | Expeller-pressed | Refined | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pressing | Pressed at low temperature | Pressed with more heat and pressure | Pressed, then refined, bleached and deodorized |
| Pungency | Strong, natural | Milder | Removed |
| Color | Deep golden | Golden to amber | Light |
| Best for | Pickles, curries, traditional cooking | Everyday cooking | Frying and food manufacturing |
Under Indian food standards (FSSAI), oil can only be labeled kachi ghani or cold-pressed if it contains at least 0.20% natural allyl isothiocyanate. Our kachi ghani grade meets that level, and each lot’s pungency is reported on the Certificate of Analysis.
Erucic acid and where mustard oil can be sold
Standard mustard oil contains 22–50% erucic acid, a fatty acid that food regulators limit in some countries. Rules differ widely, so mustard oil is a product where the destination matters:
- South Asia, the Middle East and Africa. Mustard oil is an everyday cooking oil and is widely traded as food. India, for example, sets full standards for mustard and kachi ghani mustard oil.
- European Union and United Kingdom. The maximum level for erucic acid in mustard oil is 50 g/kg (5% of the oil), which standard mustard oil exceeds. Tell us if you are buying for these markets.
- United States. Expressed mustard oil is not permitted as a cooking oil, so we do not supply mustard oil for delivery in the United States.
Your quote request must include the destination country, and we confirm that the grade and labeling are suitable for that market before we ship.
How bulk mustard oil is priced
Mustard oil prices follow mustard seed harvests and South Asian demand. Kachi ghani usually costs more than expeller-pressed oil because cold pressing gives a lower yield. Each grade is quoted separately on pack size, total volume and destination; the minimum is 1,000 liters per quote.
Technical data
Mustard Oil grades and specifications
Available grades
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| Kachi ghani (cold-pressed) | Cold-pressed with its natural sharp pungency (allyl isothiocyanate). The traditional cooking and pickling grade. |
| Expeller-pressed | Pressed with more heat for a higher yield, with a milder pungency. |
| Refined | Refined to a light color and neutral taste, with the pungency removed. |
Each grade is priced separately. The specifications below are for Kachi ghani (cold-pressed); specifications for other grades are supplied with your quote.
Quality specification
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance (20 °C) | Clear, free of sediment and foreign matter |
| Odor and taste | Characteristic pungent mustard (kachi ghani and expeller) |
| Allyl isothiocyanate (kachi ghani) | 0.20% min. |
| Acid value (kachi ghani) | 2.0 mg KOH/g max. |
| Moisture and volatile matter | 0.10% max. |
| Argemone oil test | Negative |
| Hexane | Not detected (pressed oil) |
| Iodine value (Wijs) | 92–125 |
| Saponification value | 168–184 mg KOH/g |
| Relative density (20 °C) | 0.910–0.921 |
| Refractive index (40 °C) | 1.461–1.469 |
| Unsaponifiable matter | 15 g/kg max. |
| Shelf life (unopened) | Up to 12 months |
Typical specification for kachi ghani mustard oil. Identity values follow the Codex Alimentarius standard for mustardseed oil; the pungency and argemone oil requirements follow Indian food standards (FSSAI). Refined mustard oil meets a free fatty acid limit of 0.10% (as oleic acid); its specification is supplied with your quote. Values for each lot are confirmed on the Certificate of Analysis supplied with your order.
Fatty acid profile
| Fatty acid | % of total fatty acids |
|---|---|
| Palmitic acid (C16:0) | 0.5–4.5 |
| Stearic acid (C18:0) | 0.5–2.0 |
| Oleic acid (C18:1) | 8.0–23.0 |
| Linoleic acid (C18:2) | 10.0–24.0 |
| Alpha-linolenic acid (C18:3) | 6.0–18.0 |
| Eicosenoic acid (C20:1) | 5.0–13.0 |
| Erucic acid (C22:1) | 22.0–50.0 |
| Nervonic acid (C24:1) | 0.5–2.5 |
Ranges for mustardseed oil from the Codex Alimentarius Standard for Named Vegetable Oils. The actual erucic acid content of each lot is reported on the Certificate of Analysis.
Source: Codex Alimentarius Standard for Named Vegetable Oils (CXS 210-1999)
Applications
What mustard oil is used for
South Asian restaurants
Kachi ghani oil for curries, tadka, fish dishes and traditional cooking.
Learn more about South Asian restaurantsPickle and condiment makers
Pungent mustard oil as the base and preservative oil for achar and pickles.
Learn more about Pickle and condiment makersDistributors and importers
Drums, IBC totes and flexitanks for repacking in South Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
Learn more about Distributors and importersRetail and private label
1L and 5L bottles of kachi ghani oil, or under your own brand.
Learn more about Retail and private labelSupermarkets
Branded mustard oil for South Asian grocery aisles abroad.
Learn more about SupermarketsPackaging
Mustard Oil pack sizes
Mustard oil is for export only. Combine grades with any other oils on the same quote; 1L and 5L bottles suit retail and 20L jerrycans suit restaurants.
| 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 mustard fields to finished oil
Mustard is a cool-season crop grown on the northern US plains as well as in South Asia and other regions. Our mustard oil is pressed, tested and packed in the United States from US-grown and imported brown and yellow mustard seed.
Kachi ghani oil is pressed at low temperature to keep its natural pungency, then settled and filtered. Every batch is tested for pungency, acid value and argemone oil before it is packed for export.
Processing
How we make mustard oil
Cleaning
Seed is cleaned, sorted and checked for foreign seeds.
Cold pressing (kachi ghani)
Seed is pressed at low temperature to keep its natural pungency.
Expeller pressing
For expeller-pressed oil, seed is pressed with more heat and pressure for a higher yield.
Settling and filtering
The oil is settled and filtered to remove fine seed solids.
Refining (refined grade)
Neutralizing, bleaching and deodorizing give a light, mild oil.
Testing and packing
Each batch is tested for pungency, acid value and argemone oil, then packed for export.
Storage & handling
Keeping mustard oil fresh
Temperature
Store between 10 and 25 °C (50–77 °F), away from heat sources.
Light and air
Keep containers sealed and out of direct sunlight to prevent rancidity.
Pungency
Kachi ghani oil keeps its pungency best in sealed, full containers away from heat.
Shelf life
Up to 12 months unopened in original packaging.
Traditional use
Cooks often heat kachi ghani oil until it just starts to smoke, then cool it slightly before adding spices, which softens the raw pungency.
Buying wholesale
Wholesale mustard oil supplier: how ordering works
Wholesale Cooking Oil LLC supplies mustard oil in bulk direct to food businesses outside the United States. 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 mustard oil wholesale from us.
Grades
Kachi ghani (cold-pressed), Expeller-pressed, Refined. 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. Export only: by truck to Canada and Mexico, or by sea from five US seaports.
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
Mustard Oil questions
What is the minimum order?
1,000 liters (about 264 US gallons) per quote, across any combination of oils, grades and pack sizes. For example, one 1,000L IBC tote, five 200L drums, or 50 cases of 4 × 5L bottles.
Can you deliver mustard oil in the United States?
No. Expressed mustard oil is not permitted as a cooking oil in the United States, so we supply it for export only. Quote requests with a US delivery address cannot include mustard oil.
Can I import your mustard oil into the EU or UK?
Standard mustard oil exceeds the EU and UK maximum level for erucic acid of 50 g/kg. Tell us your destination and intended use and we will advise what can be supplied.
What is kachi ghani mustard oil?
Mustard oil pressed at low temperature, which keeps its natural pungency. In India, oil labeled kachi ghani must contain at least 0.20% natural allyl isothiocyanate.
Why is mustard oil so pungent?
Crushing mustard seed releases allyl isothiocyanate, the same compound behind the heat of mustard and wasabi. Refining removes it.
What is mustard oil used for?
Cooking and frying in South Asian cuisine, Bengali fish dishes and pickles, where its pungency also helps flavor and preserve.
How is the price set?
Each grade is priced separately, based on the crop, 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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