Roasted · Cold-pressed · Refined
Bulk Pumpkin Seed Oil
Bulk pumpkin seed oil: dark green roasted oil with an intense nutty flavor for finishing and gourmet retail, plus cold-pressed and refined grades. Supplied from 1L bottles to 20,000L flexitanks.
- Grades
- Roasted, cold-pressed, refined
- Color (roasted)
- Deep green, red in thin layers
- Best for
- Finishing and dressings
- Pressed in
- USA
Request a quote for Pumpkin Seed Oil
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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.
A dark green oil with a deep, nutty flavor
Bulk pumpkin seed oil is pressed from the seeds of the oil pumpkin (Cucurbita pepo), a variety whose seeds grow without a hard hull. Roasted before pressing, they give a thick, dark green oil with an intense toasted, nutty flavor. It is a much-loved finishing oil in Central Europe, drizzled over salads, soups, eggs, potatoes and even vanilla ice cream.
Our pumpkin seed oil is pressed, tested and packed in the United States from US-grown and imported pumpkin seed, and supplied from 1-liter bottles to 20,000-liter flexitanks.
Pumpkin seed oil grades
| Roasted | Cold-pressed (unroasted) | Refined | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Color | Deep dark green | Green to green-gold | Pale yellow |
| Flavor | Intense, toasted, nutty | Mild, fresh seed | Neutral |
| Heat | Finishing only, no heat | Finishing and dressings | Cooking and blending |
| Best for | Salads, soups, desserts, gourmet retail | Dressings, supplements, natural foods | Food manufacturing and blends |
An oil that changes color
Roasted pumpkin seed oil is dichromatic: in a bottle or a thick layer it looks dark green, almost black, but in a thin layer or held to the light it shows red. This comes from the oil’s natural chlorophyll and carotenoid pigments, and it is one of the signs buyers use to recognize genuine roasted pumpkin seed oil.
What is in pumpkin seed oil
- Mostly unsaturated fat. Typically about half linoleic acid (omega-6) and a quarter to a third oleic acid.
- Rich in gamma-tocopherol. Vitamin E in pumpkin seed oil is almost entirely the gamma form.
- Plant sterols and squalene. Natural compounds that pumpkin seed oil contains in notable amounts.
- Not for frying. Heat destroys its flavor and color, so the roasted grade is used raw.
A note on names: “Steirisches Kürbiskernöl” (Styrian pumpkin seed oil) is a protected geographical indication in the EU and may only be used for oil from that region. We sell roasted pumpkin seed oil under its own name.
How bulk pumpkin seed oil is priced
Pumpkin seed oil is a premium oil, because oil pumpkins yield relatively little seed per acre. Prices follow the seed harvest. Roasted and cold-pressed grades cost more than refined. Each grade is quoted separately on pack size, total volume and destination; the minimum is 1,000 liters per quote.
Technical data
Pumpkin Seed Oil grades and specifications
Available grades
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| Roasted | Dark green with an intense toasted, nutty flavor. A finishing oil, not for heating or frying. |
| Cold-pressed (virgin, unroasted) | Milder flavor, pressed from raw seeds. |
| Refined | Light and neutral for cooking and blending. |
Each grade is priced separately. The specifications below are for Roasted; specifications for other grades are supplied with your quote.
Quality specification
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance (roasted) | Dark green, dichromatic (red in thin layers) |
| Odor and taste | Characteristic roasted pumpkin seed, free of burnt, rancid or foreign notes |
| Acid value | 2.0 mg KOH/g max. |
| Peroxide value (at packing) | 5.0 meq O₂/kg max. |
| Moisture and volatile matter | 0.10% max. |
| Insoluble impurities | 0.05% max. |
| Use | Finishing oil; not for frying |
| Shelf life (unopened) | Up to 12 months for roasted and cold-pressed oil |
Typical specification for roasted pumpkin seed oil. Pumpkin seed oil is not covered by the Codex standard for named vegetable oils; specifications for unrefined oils are set by acid value, peroxide value and sensory profile. Cold-pressed and refined specifications are 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) | 9.9–11.9 |
| Stearic acid (C18:0) | 4.1–5.8 |
| Oleic acid (C18:1) | 20.3–32.6 |
| Linoleic acid (C18:2) | 50.9–62.9 |
| Alpha-linolenic acid (C18:3) | 0.6–0.9 |
Ranges measured in seed oil from hull-less oil pumpkin hybrids in a peer-reviewed study. Published ranges for pumpkin seed oil in general are wider (about 31–66% linoleic and 15–49% oleic acid), so each lot is analyzed.
Source: Tańska et al., Agronomy, 2020: seed lipid composition of oil pumpkin hybrids
Applications
What pumpkin seed oil is used for
Restaurants
A finishing oil for salads, soups, vegetables and desserts.
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Dressings, pesto, spreads and bakery products with pumpkin seed flavor.
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Roasted pumpkin seed oil in 1L bottles, or under your own brand.
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Drums for repacking into gourmet bottles.
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Pumpkin Seed Oil pack sizes
Pumpkin seed oil is usually ordered in 1L and 5L packs; drums suit manufacturers and repackers. Combine it with any other oils on the same quote.
| 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 pumpkin fields to finished oil
Our pumpkin seed oil is pressed, tested and packed in the United States from US-grown and imported seed of hull-less oil pumpkins.
At harvest the pumpkins are split in the field, the seeds are scooped out, washed and dried, and the flesh goes back into the soil. For roasted oil the seeds are ground, mixed with a little water and salt, and roasted before pressing, which develops the color and flavor. Every batch is tested and packed at our US facilities.
Processing
How we make pumpkin seed oil
Seed recovery
Seeds are separated from the pumpkin flesh in the field, then washed.
Drying
Seeds are dried to a stable moisture level.
Roasting (roasted grade)
Ground seed is roasted to develop the deep green color and nutty flavor.
Pressing
The seed is pressed to release the oil.
Settling and filtering
The oil is settled and filtered; refined oil is also refined.
Testing and packing
Each batch is tested, then filled into full, sealed, light-protected containers.
Storage & handling
Keeping pumpkin seed oil fresh
Temperature
Store between 10 and 20 °C (50–68 °F), away from heat sources.
Light
Keep in the dark to protect color and flavor.
After opening
Keep the container closed and use within a few months.
Shelf life
Up to 12 months unopened for roasted and cold-pressed oil.
Buying wholesale
Wholesale pumpkin seed oil supplier: how ordering works
Wholesale Cooking Oil LLC supplies pumpkin seed 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 pumpkin seed oil wholesale from us.
Grades
Roasted, Cold-pressed (virgin, unroasted), 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. 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
Pumpkin Seed 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.
Why does pumpkin seed oil look red and green?
Roasted pumpkin seed oil is dichromatic: it looks dark green in a thick layer and red in a thin one, because of its natural chlorophyll and carotenoid pigments.
Can pumpkin seed oil be used for cooking?
Roasted pumpkin seed oil is a finishing oil; heat destroys its flavor. Refined pumpkin seed oil can be used for cooking.
Is your oil Styrian pumpkin seed oil?
No. Styrian pumpkin seed oil is a protected name for oil from that region in Austria. We supply roasted pumpkin seed oil under its own name.
Does pumpkin seed oil stain?
Yes, its dark pigments can stain fabric, so handle drums and bottles with care.
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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