Is Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil vegan?
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, commonly known as linseed or flaxseed oil, is the expressed oil obtained from the dried ripe seeds of flax, Linum usitatissimum, family Linaceae, cultivated worldwide as a food and fiber crop.
| Also known as | Flaxseed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil |
| EC number | 232-278-6 |
| CosIng ID | 57298 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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