The oil has a very neutral taste and provides excellent stability without hydrogenation. High oleic sunflower oil offers a trans free oil solution for customers. The oil has many uses including bakery applications, spray coating oils for cereal, crackers and dried fruit; it is used in non-dairy creamers, many types of frying and other uses.

The patent on high oleic sunflower oil and seed has expired. Thus, more companies are getting involved in producing and merchandizing this oil. However, for the near term at least, it will continue to be grown on a contracted acre basis with customer needs driving total acres. As with all sunflower, high oleic hybrids have been developed through conventional breeding methods.

High oleic sunflower oil is used in a variety of cosmetics, including: 

Skincare

High oleic sunflower oil is used in creams, lotions, and other products to moisturize dry skin, reduce redness, and improve skin tone. It can also be used to treat acne and eczema because of its anti-inflammatory properties. 

Hair care

High oleic sunflower oil is used in conditioners, shampoos, and other hair care products to moisturize and protect hair. It can also be used to treat dry, damaged, or fragile hair. 

Lip care

High oleic sunflower oil is used in lip balms, lipsticks, and other lip care products. 

Massage

High oleic sunflower oil can be used as part of a massage oil blend to lighten heavier oils and improve oxidative stability. 

High oleic sunflower oil is a good carrier oil because of its high monounsaturated fatty acid content. It's also non-comedogenic, meaning it doesn't clog pores.