Common questions

Is SESAME OIL healthy?

SESAME OIL scores 90/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This sesame oil is mechanically pressed and unrefined, preserving its natural nutrients and flavor.

How processed is SESAME OIL?

SESAME OIL is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive SESAME OIL's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sesame oil counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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SESAME OIL

Name: SESAME OIL
Brand: The Hain Celestial Group Inc.

The Hain Celestial Group Inc.

Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by The Hain Celestial Group, Inc.

Category Cooking Oils

Summary

This sesame oil is mechanically pressed and unrefined, preserving its natural nutrients and flavor. Being organic, it is free from synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, enhancing its health benefits. The oil is a high-quality source of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, which can support heart health, and its minimal processing contributes to a high score.

Key ingredients 1

Sesame oil

Good

Sesame oil is a high-quality oil rich in polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, which can support heart health. The oil is mechanically (expeller) pressed and unrefined, preserving its natural nutrients and flavor. Being organic, it is free from synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, enhancing its health benefits.

Benefits

Rich in healthy fats and antioxidants, sesame oil may help reduce inflammation and improve cardiovascular health. It also contains sesamol and sesamin, which have potential anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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