Table 5.
Physical and chemical characteristics of n-hexane lipid extracts of N. palea.
| Parameter | Unit | Mean values | Specification EDIN 51605 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FFA | % | 28.9 | Max. 1.0% |
| Acid value | (mg KOH/ g oil) | 57.6 | Max. 2.0 |
| I2 value | (mg I2/ g oil) | 39.4 | < 120 |
| Specific gravity | (g/cm3) | 0.83 | 0.8 _ 0.9 |
| Saponification value | (mg KOH/ g oil) | 258 | 170–179 |
| Flash point | °C | 230 | Min. 220 |
| Fire point | °C | 240 | – |
| Boiling point | °C | 260 | – |