36-month shelf life (unopened), 12 months after opening; store 15–25°C sealed & dark; nitrogen extends to 36–48 months; monitor acid value + GC fingerprint annually.
Soluble in 90% ethanol, carbon disulfide, chloroform, glacial acetic acid and fixed oils; slightly soluble in ether; insoluble in water (heavy oil phase, denser than water).
Seasonal: tapping window set by ChP 2025 supplement; peak late summer–autumn, winter low stock, spring restock; Turkey import buffers; safety stock = 3–5 day dispatch standard grade.
Free 10–30 g samples per grade, buyer pays courier; COA+GC-MS+spec+SDS included; 1–2 business days lead time; 0.5–2% ethanol dilution recommended for evaluation.
Samples free, buyer pays courier USD 25–110 by region; 3–7 business days express; COA+MSDS+GC-MS included; cold-chain add-on; combine grades in one box to save freight.