Should Safflower Oil Be Refrigerated?

Safflower and sunflower oils can also go rancid easily. For these and other delicate oils, refrigerating after opening is recommended. Kept cold, these oils will remain viable for six months or more.

How do you store safflower oil?

Safflower oil has an extremely high level of polyunsaturated fat, which does not keep as well as other fat components and therefore it should be stored in the refrigerator where it will last for 6 months.

Does safflower oil need to be refrigerated after opening?

Oil with a high polyunsaturated or monounsaturated fat content such as safflower, sunflower, canola or olive are much more delicate and should be stored in the refrigerator. Some argue that olive oil is not as useful when refrigerated, since it may become cloudy and may harden. ... Rancid oil should be discarded.