What is palm oil?
The process of extracting palm oil involves harvesting the palm fruits, separating the pulp and the seed, and extracting the oil from both parts.
Palm oil is used in a wide variety of food products, cosmetics, cleaning products, and biofuels due to its texture, stability, and culinary versatility. However, its large-scale production has raised concerns due to its environmental and social impact, leading to a greater focus on sustainable palm oil production.
Culinary Versatility
Texture and Flavor
Nutritional Value
Sustainability
For use as Biofuel
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Food Industry
Because of its durability at high temperatures and long shelf life, it is used in the creation of processed goods such margarine, snacks, cookies, chocolate, bread, and bakery products.
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Cosmetics and Personal Care Industry
Because of its emollient and moisturizing qualities, it can be found in goods like cosmetics, soaps, creams, lotions, shampoos, and conditioners.
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used in cleaning products
Because of its capacity to eliminate oil and filth, it is found in dishwashing soaps, detergents, and other household cleaning products.
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Use in Biofuels
It serves as a raw material for the biodegradable and sustainable fuel known as biodiesel.
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Pharmaceutical Industry
Because of its emollient and stabilizing qualities, it is utilized in the production of pharmaceuticals and vitamins.
