Rice bran oil is the oil extracted from the hard outer brown layer of rice called bran. It is known for its high smoke point of 232 °C (450 °F) and mild flavor, making it suitable for high-temperature cooking methods such as stir frying and deep frying.

Nutritional Value:
100 grams of rice bran oil serves 3,700 kJ (880 kcal) of energy. The total saturated fat composition is 25% (out of Myristic acid is 0.6%, Palmitic acid is 21.5%, Stearic acid is 2.9%), total unsaturated fat is 75% (of which monounsaturated fat is 38%, oleic acid is 38% and polyunsaturated fat is 37%), Omega-3 fatty acids is 2.2%, Omega-6 fatty acids is 34.4%, Iodine value is 99 to 108, Acid value is 1.2 and Saponification value is 180-190.

Uses:
Rice bran oil is an edible oil which is used in the preparation of vegetable ghee. Rice bran wax, obtained from rice bran oil and palpanese extract, is used as a substitute for carnauba wax in cosmetics, confectionery, shoe creams and polishing compounds.