Abstract:
A process for producing degummed, fatty acid-depleted, bleached and deodorized palm oil with no altered solid fat content and containing 3-MCPD and 2-MCPD in an amount of less than 2.5mg/kg; GE in an amount of less than 1.0mg/kg; and DAK in an amount of less than 25.0mg/kg is provided. The disclosed process is a quick, cost-effective and easily scalable process for producing refined palm oil of high quality.
Abstract:
Processes for removing monochloropropanediols and/or glycidol from glycerol are disclosed. Starting glycerol is subjected to treatment with alkali, heat under vacuum, steam, ion exchange resins, or solids to reduce the level of monochloropropanediol. Glycerol compositions low in monochloropropanediol and glycidol are obtained thereby. These compositions may be suitable for food grade glycerol or for modification into food and chemicals.