Linseed oil is used to protect and maintain interior and exterior woods, concrete and is also one of the main ingredients in many paints and varnishes. It is a natural oil so not as bad for the environment as many other solvent based finishes and has a variety of uses from a furniture finish to treating wooden floors. Linseed oil helps to regenerate the cells, which is why it alleviates the symptoms of neurodermatitis or chronic intestinal diseases. The consumption of linseed oil is particularly important in a vegan or vegetarian diet in order to supply the body with sufficient omega-3 fatty acids. Linseed oil is used mainly in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries and for paint production. It belongs to the drying oils, which means that it can polymerize quickly in air. In Europe, it has only minor importance as food.
Properties of linseed oil:
linseed oil is also known as flax seed oil, It is golden yellow colored oil that is obtained from the linseeds. Its density is 0.931 to 0.936 kg/cm3, and it have following properties:
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Flashpoint: 222 OC
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Auto ignition Temperature: 343 OC
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Solubility: It is soluble in ether, chloroform, carbon disulfide, and turpentine.
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Hazerds: It is harmless and catches fire.
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Applications: Soap making, printing inks, adhesives, alkyd resins, paint, and varnish products making.
