Pilchard oil

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Description

A pale yellow fish oil obtained from a small herring-like fish, Sardina pilchardus, native to southern Europe. Pilchard oil is used in soap, paints, and dressing leather.

Synonyms and Related Terms

aceite de sardina (Esp.); sardine oil

Other Properties

Saponification value = 186-189.6

Density 0.931-0.933
Refractive Index 1.4751

Hazards and Safety

Combustible.

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