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Ponova™ Oil is expeller-pressed, lightly refined, mid-oleic oil made from the beans of the pongamia tree. Ponova™ ingredients are deforestation free, non-GMO, low carbon intensity, and help empower agricultural communities around the world.

Ingredient Name: Pongamia Bean Oil

Physical Form: Liquid

Labeling Claims: Natural, Naturally Derived, Non-GMO, Plant-Based, Sustainable

Features: Dairy Alternative, Expeller Pressed, Improved Mouthfeel, Improved Texture, Medium Oleic, Omega-9 Rich, Refined

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Food Ingredients Functions
Ingredients
Pongamia Bean Oil
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Key Attributes
  • Neutral with a buttery mouthfeel
  • Versatile Oil for broad applications
  • Slow melting curve
  • Performs like animal fat with improved textures and mouthfeel in plant-based applications
  • Non-GMO
  • Traceable Supply Chain
  • Features 55% Omega-9
  • Enhance Texture and Flavor

Applications & Uses

Applications
  • Buttery Spreads
  • Frying & Sauteing
  • Dressing, Sauces, and Mayonnaise
  • Dairy Alternatives
  • Bakery and Snacks

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Unique and attractive deep golden color
Flavor
Subtle nuttiness and buttery finish
Texture
Full-bodied with a pleasant mouth coat
Aroma
Mostly neutral with light nutty notes
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Smoke Point225.0°C
Mettler Dropping Point (MDP)max. 20°C
Typical Fatty Acid Profile
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Monounsaturates55.0%
Oleic Acid54.0%
Total Polyunsaturates20.0%
Linoleic Acid16.0%
Linolenic Acid2.0%
Total Saturates22.0%
Palmitic Acid9.0%
Stearic Acid7.0%