I Love Camelina®

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you wanted to know about Camelina oil — what it is, how to use it, why it matters, and how to get the most out of every bottle.

New to Camelina oil? Start here.

Camelina oil is an ancient, omega-3-rich cooking oil with a naturally light taste, a high smoke point, and everyday versatility. Use this FAQ as your quick guide.

1. What is Camelina oil?

Camelina oil is a plant-based cooking oil pressed from Camelina sativa seeds, an ancient oilseed crop with a long agricultural history. I Love Camelina® brings this overlooked oil into the modern kitchen as a clean, versatile alternative to ordinary cooking oils.

It is naturally rich in omega-3 ALA, contains vitamin E, and is known for its stability, long shelf life, and everyday cooking performance.

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2. Why should I care about Camelina oil?

Most people know olive oil, avocado oil, flax oil, and fish oil. Camelina sits in a powerful space between them: it is an omega-3-rich oil that can actually be used in everyday cooking.

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3. How does Camelina compare to olive oil or avocado oil?

Olive oil and avocado oil are popular, but Camelina oil brings something different to the table: meaningful plant-based omega-3 content combined with cooking versatility.

Many people use Camelina as an everyday upgrade because it works in places where flax oil is too delicate and fish oil is not a cooking oil at all.

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4. Can I cook with Camelina oil?

Yes. Camelina oil is one of the rare omega-3-rich oils that is also practical for everyday cooking.

• Sauté vegetables.
• Roast potatoes, carrots, squash, chicken, or fish.
• Use in salad dressings and marinades.
• Drizzle over soups, grains, yogurt bowls, or finished dishes.
• Use in baking where a clean, neutral oil is needed.

Our Virgin Camelina Oil is excellent for everyday cooking and dressings. Our Roasted Camelina Oil has a deeper, nuttier profile and is beautiful as a finishing oil.

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5. What does Camelina oil taste like?

Virgin Camelina Oil has a clean, light, fresh taste that works across many foods without overpowering them. Some people notice subtle green, nutty, or vegetable-like notes.

Roasted Camelina Oil is more flavorful, with a warm, nutty profile that works beautifully on salads, vegetables, grains, bread, dips, and finished dishes.

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6. Is Camelina oil the same as flaxseed oil?

No. Camelina oil and flaxseed oil are both plant-based oils known for omega-3 ALA, but they behave very differently in the kitchen.

Flaxseed oil is generally delicate and often refrigerated. Camelina oil is more stable, does not require refrigeration, and is much more practical for everyday cooking.

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7. Is Camelina oil like fish oil?

Camelina oil is not fish oil. It is a plant-based oil that contains ALA omega-3. Fish oil typically contains EPA and DHA omega-3s.

The difference is that Camelina oil can be used as food — in real meals, recipes, dressings, marinades, and cooking — while fish oil is usually used as a supplement.

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8. Is Camelina oil sustainable?

Camelina is considered a highly promising sustainable crop because it can fit well into crop rotations and is valued for its low-input agricultural profile.

I Love Camelina® is built around a farm-to-family model: a real crop, real growers, and a simple ingredient that brings value from the field to the kitchen.

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9. Is I Love Camelina® Non-GMO?

Yes. I Love Camelina® focuses on clean, non-GMO Camelina oil sourced from our farm partner and brought to the U.S. market under our consumer brand.

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10. Does Camelina oil need to be refrigerated?

No. Camelina oil does not need to be refrigerated. Store it closed in a cool, dry place away from direct heat and sunlight.

As with all quality oils, keep the cap closed when not in use and avoid storing the bottle next to the stove or in direct sunlight.

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11. How long does Camelina oil last?

Camelina oil is naturally shelf-stable and is known for having a longer shelf life than many delicate omega-3 oils. Always check the best-by date on your bottle and store it properly for the best experience.

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12. Can I give Camelina oil to my pet?

Camelina oil is sometimes used in pet nutrition, but I Love Camelina® is sold as a human food product. Please speak with your veterinarian before adding any new oil or supplement to your pet’s diet, especially if your pet has medical conditions, allergies, or dietary restrictions.

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13. Where can I buy I Love Camelina®?

You can buy I Love Camelina® directly on our website or at select retail partners.

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14. What is your return policy?

Because Camelina oil is a food product, returns are handled carefully. Opened, used, partially used, or tampered products generally cannot be returned for quality and safety reasons.

If your order arrives damaged, defective, leaking, broken, or incorrect, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery with your order number and photos so we can review and help resolve the issue.

Please review our full Returns & Refund Policy for complete details.

View Returns Policy

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15. How can I contact I Love Camelina®?

We are real people and we care about helping customers understand Camelina oil. For product questions, order questions, wholesale inquiries, press, or support, contact us anytime.

Questions? Founder Answers.

Call or message us at (833) OMEGA-3-0 or email info@ilovecamelina.com.