Mustard Oil Price Per Litre — Cold Pressed Vs Refined

Cold pressed mustard oil costs more than refined because the press extracts less oil per kilogram of seed. No chemical solvents. No high-heat shortcuts. 

Mustard oil price per litre in India ranges from ₹120 for refined to ₹280+ for genuine cold pressed. The difference is in yield, method, and what nutrients stay in the oil.

At Nayesha Oil Mills, we press mustard oil in wooden Ghani machines, below 50°C, from seeds sourced from 200+ Rajasthan farmers. Lab-tested. FSSAI certified. No chemicals.

Read on to know our price breakdown, why the gap exists, and how to buy at the right size.

What Is the Mustard Oil Price Per Litre in India Right Now?

Cold pressed oil price in India varies by type, brand, and batch size. Currently it sits at ₹120–₹150 for refined, ₹160–₹200 for expeller pressed, and ₹200–₹280 for genuine cold pressed Kacchi Ghani oil. 

Sources: Alibaba/Plantin India buying guide (Jan 2026), Tripathi Products (Feb 2026)

The reason for the gap starts at the seed. Cold pressing (Kacchi Ghani) extracts only 22% oil from each kilogram of mustard seed. Refined methods use hexane solvents and heat to pull out significantly more per kilogram. Less oil per kilogram means a higher cost per litre. 

Why Does Cold Pressed Mustard Oil Cost More Than Refined?

Cold pressed mustard oil costs more for three specific reasons. None of them are brand markup.

1. Lower Yield Per Kilogram of Seed: To produce 1 litre of cold pressed mustard oil, you need roughly 4–5 kg of seeds. The same amount of refined oil needs fewer seeds because solvents extract what the press leaves behind. Less oil per batch means a higher price per litre.

2. No Chemical Solvents: Refined mustard oil uses hexane (a petroleum-derived solvent) to extract the maximum amount of oil from seeds. Hexane is cheap, fast, and efficient. Cold pressing doesn't use any solvent. The process costs more in time, labour, and seed quantity.

3. Lab Testing and FSSAI Compliance: Genuine cold pressed producers test seeds before pressing and test oil before packaging. That testing costs money. Most refined brands don't test for nutrient retention. 

 

Is Cold Pressed Mustard Oil Worth the Higher Price?

Cold pressed mustard oil price lies roughly between ₹70–₹130 more per litre than refined oil. For a family using 1 litre per month, that's ₹6–₹11 more per day. Here's what that difference buys.

Cold pressed mustard oil retains :

• Vitamin E

• Omega-3 fatty acids

• Natural MUFA. 

At ₹120–₹150, refined mustard oil loses up to 90% of Vitamin E in the deodorisation stage alone. 

The maths for a family of four cooking Indian meals daily: 1 litre per month at ₹280 vs ₹140 is ₹140 more per month. That's ₹4.67 per day. Whether that's worth it depends on whether you want the oil to carry its original nutrients into your cooking or not.

How to Buy Cold Pressed Mustard Oil at the Right Price?

Cold pressed mustard oil price drops with pack size. Buying in bulk lowers the per-litre cost. The 15 litre pack gives the best value for families using oil regularly.

To buy cold pressed mustard oil at the right price, match the pack size to your monthly usage. Check three things: 

• FSSAI licence number written on the label

• Extraction temperature below 50°C

• One ingredient listed: mustard seeds only.

Pack size guide for Nayesha cold pressed mustard oil:

• 1L: For trial or small households.

• 2L: Best for a small family, monthly top-up.

• 5L: Use if you have regular family usage.

• Cold pressed mustard oil 15 litre: Right for large families, joint households, or buyers who've confirmed the oil suits their kitchen.

Call +91 73004 83669 to order directly.

Final Words

Refined mustard oil is cheaper because the process is cheaper. More oil per seed. Cold pressed mustard oil costs more because the process costs more. 

Before you buy any cold pressed mustard oil, check for these:

• Does it say Kacchi Ghani or cold pressed, with an FSSAI number?

• Is the extraction temperature stated as below 50°C?

• Is the price in the ₹200–₹280 per litre range?

• Does it smell naturally pungent?

Nayesha Oil Mills presses mustard oil in small batches, below 50°C, from seeds sourced from 200+ Rajasthan farmers. Every batch is lab-tested before it leaves. No chemicals. No adulterants. FSSAI certified.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is the Price of Cold Pressed Mustard Oil Per Litre in India? 

Genuine cold pressed mustard oil costs ₹200–₹280 per litre for standard brands and ₹280–₹400 for small-batch producers. Refined costs ₹120–₹150. 

Why Is Cold Pressed Mustard Oil More Expensive Than Refined? 

Three reasons: cold pressing extracts only 22% oil from mustard seeds (refined methods extract more using solvents), no chemical shortcuts are used, and every batch is lab-tested. All three add to the per-litre cost.

What Should I Check Before Buying Cold Pressed Mustard Oil? 

Three things: an FSSAI licence number written on the label, the extraction temperature stated as below 50°C, and a single ingredient: mustard seeds only. A cold pressed oil without these three has not proven its process. 

Is Cold Pressed Mustard Oil Worth the Extra Cost? 

For daily Indian cooking (tadka, sautéing, pickling) yes. The retained Vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids, and natural MUFA make a nutritional difference that refined oil can't match. The per-day cost increase for a family is ₹4–₹7. Whether that matters is a personal call.