Japanese researchers develop catalyst that converts glycerol derivative into bio-based propylene
4th October, 2024
A research team at Osaka Metropolitan University has developed a new catalyst that converts a derivative of glycerol into bio-based propylene, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) reported on its EurekAlert website.
Chinese biodiesel exports to EU fall 91% in July following introduction of anti-dumping duties
4th October, 2024
European Union (EU) imports of biodiesel from China fell by 91% in July compared to the previous month following the European Commission (EC)’s introduction of anti-dumping duties, according to Eurostat data reported by Palm Oil Magazine.
Rio Tinto trials biofuels project in Australia using pongamia seed oil as a renewable diesel feedstock
3rd October, 2024
Global metals and mining corporation Rio Tinto has launched a biofuels project in Australia to trial the use of pongamia seed oil as a feedstock in renewable diesel production.
Latest issue: OFI September/October 2024
The September/October 2024 issue is packed full of news, special features and market updates to keep you informed and up to date on the edible oils and fats market.
In my comment, following the publication of a new World Health Organization (WHO) report saying tobacco, ultra-processed foods, alcohol and fossil fuels kill 19M people globally and lead to 34% of all deaths, I consider if the global health epidemic is down to individuals making poor choices or on “big industry” undermining measures to reduce smoking, drinking and obesity.
Our September/October 2024 issue presents a special focus on rendering looking at the use of animal fats in biofuels and circular protein in feed.
We also look at the use of mid-infrared (MIR) spectroscopy for real-time plant…
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Fact File
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3-MCPD, 2-MCPD and GE - A new challenge
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3-MCPDE and GE - Good practices
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Acrylamide
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Activated carbon
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Ahiflower
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Algae
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Algae oil applications
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Antioxidants
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Biodiesel standards
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Biodiesel versus renewable diesel
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