Sunflower oil is valued worldwide for its light flavor, high smoke point, and nutritional benefits. Huatai Grain and Oil Machinery Co., Ltd. designs and delivers complete sunflower oil production lines that integrate efficiency, automation, and sustainability—from seed cleaning to bottled oil. With over 38 years of engineering expertise and a global presence across 60+ countries, we provide turnkey solutions tailored to your capacity and market requirements.
Sunflower Oil Production Process Overview
Huatai’s sunflower oil processing lines cover every stage to ensure high oil yield, superior quality, and operational reliability:
1. Seed Cleaning & Conditioning
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Vibrating screens and destoners remove impurities, sand, and defective seeds.
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Conditioning adjusts moisture and temperature for optimal hulling and oil release.
2. Dehulling & Separation
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Specialized dehullers gently crack sunflower seeds.
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Air aspiration systems separate kernels from hulls efficiently.
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Hulls can be collected for feed or fuel use.
3. Flaking & Cooking
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Seeds are flaked to increase surface area for better oil extraction.
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Cooking in vertical or horizontal cookers adjusts moisture, inactivates enzymes, and prepares material for pressing.
4. Pre-pressing & Solvent Extraction
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High-oil-content sunflower seeds undergo pre-pressing to extract a portion of oil.
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The pressed cake proceeds to solvent extraction for maximum oil recovery (up to 99%).
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Solvent recovery systems ensure safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance.
5. Crude Oil Refining
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Degumming – Removes phospholipids.
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Neutralization – Eliminates free fatty acids.
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Bleaching – Adsorbs pigments and impurities.
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Deodorization – Removes odors and volatile compounds.
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Winterization (optional) – Prevents clouding at low temperatures.
6. Oil Packaging & Storage
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Automated filling systems for bottles, tins, or flexitanks.
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Nitrogen flushing available to extend shelf life.
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Full laboratory testing ensures compliance with food safety standards.
Key Equipment in Huatai Sunflower Oil Lines
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Dehulling System – High-efficiency, adjustable for different seed sizes
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Flaking Mills – Uniform thickness for consistent extraction
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Cookers/Conditioners – Steam or thermal oil heating
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Screw Presses – For pre-pressing high-oil-content seeds
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Solvent Extraction Plant – Loop, rotary, or drag-chain extractors
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Refining Section – Continuous or batch systems available
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Automated Control – PLC-based monitoring and adjustment
Customization & Scalability
Huatai lines are available in capacities ranging from 10 to 500 tons per day (TPD), with options for:
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Standalone pressing lines (for small/medium mills)
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Integrated pre-press + solvent extraction (for large-scale plants)
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By-product utilization – hulls, meal, and gums processing
Why Choose Huatai for Sunflower Oil Processing?
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38+ Years of Experience – Deep industry knowledge and continuous innovation
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Full Turnkey Service – From plant design and equipment supply to installation and training
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Energy-Efficient Designs – Lower operating costs through heat recovery and automation
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Global Support Network – Technical assistance and spare parts in 60+ countries
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Certified Quality – CE, ISO standards, and food-grade material compliance
Applications of Sunflower Oil
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Edible Oil – Cooking, frying, salad dressings
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Food Industry – Margarine, shortening, baked goods
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Cosmetics & Pharmaceuticals – Carrier oil in creams and ointments
Partner with Huatai for Your Sunflower Oil Project
Whether you are establishing a new facility or upgrading an existing line, Huatai delivers reliable, high-performance solutions that maximize oil yield, ensure product quality, and support sustainable operations.
