Blackcurrant Seed Oil

Blackcurrant (Ribes nigrum) is native to central and northern Europe as well as temperate regions of Asia. It is now widely cultivated in cool temperate to cold temperate zones, with core production areas including: Poland, Germany, Canada, the acidic sandy loam regions in the northeastern United States, and the cold volcanic soil cultivation belt in northeastern China. Its dark purple-black berries are edible, featuring a sweet taste and containing seeds. Blackcurrant seed oil, extracted from the seeds, is rich in gamma linolenic acid (GLA), which typically comprises 12-16% of the oil, is an essential fatty acid with multiple health benefits.