Appearance | Yellow to reddish-brown liquid |
Density | 0.88 - 0.92 g/cm³ |
Viscosity | 30 - 50 cP (at 40 °C) |
Free Fatty Acids | 5 - 10% |
Saponification Value | 180 - 200 mg KOH/g |
Iodine Value | 50 - 55 g I₂/100 g |
Flash Point | 250 °C (approx.) |
Acid Value | 5 - 10 mg KOH/g |
Fatty Acid Composition | Primarily palmitic and oleic acids |
Uses | Cooking oil, biodiesel, and in food processing |
Shelf Life | 6 - 12 months |
Common Variants | Crude, refined, and fractionated |
Nutritional Benefits | Rich in saturated and unsaturated fats |