Soya deodorizer distillate is a by-product of the soybean oil refining produced in the deodorization step. It typically consists of mixture of tocopherols (vitamin-e), sterols, fatty acids, glycerides, hydrocarbons. This product contains mixed Tocopherols and is used into manufacturing of Vitamin E. It is an important source of natural tocopherols and phytosterols corresponding approximately 8% and 20%, respectively.
Tocopherols are amongst the most abundant anti-oxidants in fats and oils. Their use in the food industry is mainly as an anti-oxidant for oils, fats and fat-containing food and feed products.
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Deodorised Soya Distillate |
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Specification |
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| F.F.A | 45% – 55% Max |
| UNSAFONIFIABLE MATTER | 20% – 30% Max |
| MOISTURE | 0.2% – 0.5% Max |
| IODINE VALUE | 110 – 120 Max |
| SAFONIFICATION VALUE | 185 – 200 Max |
| TOCOPHEROL | 6-8 % |
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Fatty Acid Composition |
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| PALMITOLIC ACID | 1% – 2% Max |
| PALMITIC ACID | 6% – 12% Max |
| STEARIC ACID | 2% – 3% Max |
| OLIC ACID | 20% -21% Max |
| LINOLEIC ACID | 50% – 56% Max |
| LINOLENIC ACID | 6% – 7% Max |
| ARRCHIDIC ACID | 0.5% -1% Max |
| TOCOPHEROL | 8% -8.5% Max |
| Packing:In Food Grade ISO Tank, In 185 Kgs Net MS Drums | |
Tocopherols prevent diseases like cancer, cardiovascular and cataracts. They are used in food, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. Tocopherols are sensible to light, heat, alkali and contaminant metals.
Phytosterols are valuable precursors in the production of hormones. They have hypocholesterolemic, anticarcinogen properties. They are used in manufacturing progesterone, corticoids, estrogens, contraceptives, diuretics, male hormones and vitamin D. They are, also, used in cosmetics, food like margarine, salad oils and dressings.
Storage: Should be kept in cool & dry conditions below 25°C. Avoid exposure to Moisture, heat & light.
Shelf Life: 12 months from the date of manufacturing.
Packing: In Food Grade ISO Tank, In 185 kgs Net MS Drums.