How are Expeller Pressed Oils Used in Biofuel Production?
One of the major applications of expeller pressed oils in catalysis is in the production of biofuels, particularly biodiesel. These oils can undergo a chemical reaction known as transesterification, where they react with an alcohol (usually methanol) in the presence of a catalyst (often a base like sodium hydroxide) to produce biodiesel and glycerol. The high quality and purity of expeller pressed oils make them ideal candidates for this process, leading to higher yields and fewer impurities in the final product.
