CRUDE PALM OIL SPECIFICATION
FFA (As Palmitic) 5.0% max
M&I 0.25% max.
I.V (Wijs) 56 min.
+ M.Pt degrees C (AOCS Cc 3-25) 24 max.
In normal temperature, hydrogenated RBD palm stearin is white or slight yellow solid wax, non-soluble in water, little soluble in gasoline, Soluble in acetone, benzol, chloroform, alcohol, etc, stable chemical properties. Hydrogenated RBD palm stearin can be used in making stearate, it can also be used in soap, polish cream, and candle industry.
Palm oil is widely used in the world for cooking and food manufacturing. It is used as cooking oil, crunchy fat and margarine, which is easily digested, absorbed, and promotes good health. Palm oil is an important component of fat, the property is mild, is a good material for making food. Its high solid content, glycerol content, which appears to be a combination of palm oil components, keeps food hydropholate and stabilizes and resists oxidation. It is also suitable for hot climates as a good adjunct to pastry and bakery products. Due to several characteristics of palm oil, it is deeply loved by the food manufacturing industry.