Corn Oil for Cooking

Corn oil, or maize oil, is extracted from the germ of corn kernels, prized for cooking due to its neutral taste, high smoke point, and blend of polyunsaturated fats, serving as a popular frying, baking, and salad oil, and also used in soaps, cosmetics, and even biodiesel. It's a byproduct of corn refining, rich in linoleic acid (an omega-6 fatty acid) and vitamin E, and is a key ingredient in some margarines, though its high omega-6 content can be a consideration for balance with omega-