Pilchard oil

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

Risks

• Combustible.

Physical and Chemical Properties

• Saponification value = 186-189.6
• Density = 0.931-0.933 g/ml
• Refractive Index = 1.4751