How is biodiesel produced from rapeseed oil?

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  • April 3, 2025 at 9:47 pm by Olga Ivanova

    Biodiesel from rapeseed oil is produced via transesterification—a chemical process where the oil reacts with methanol (or ethanol) in the presence of a catalyst like sodium or potassium hydroxide. This reaction separates the glycerin from the fatty acids, forming methyl esters (biodiesel). Rapeseed oil is highly suitable due to its balanced fatty acid profile. The GlobeCore USB biodiesel plant automates this entire process, controlling temperature, reaction time, and separation stages. It ensures maximum conversion efficiency, consistent fuel quality, and compliance with international biodiesel standards such as EN 14214 and ASTM D6751.

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