Groundnut oil, also known as peanut oil, is an edible vegetable oil extracted from peanuts. It is widely used in cooking, food processing, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. Below are the general specifications for groundnut oil:
Physical Properties:
Appearance: Clear, bright, and transparent liquid
Color: Light yellow to golden yellow
Odor & Taste: Mild peanut aroma and taste, free from rancidity
Texture: Smooth, free from impurities
Moisture & Volatile Matter: Max 0.1%
Refractive Index (at 40C): 1.460 - 1.470
Density (at 20C): 0.910 - 0.920 g/ml
Chemical Properties:
Free Fatty Acid (FFA) (as Oleic Acid): Max 0.2-1.0% (depending on grade)
Peroxide Value: Max 10 meq/kg
Iodine Value: 85 - 100 (indicates degree of unsaturation)
Saponification Value: 185 - 195 mg KOH/g
Unsaponifiable Matter: Max 1.0%
Acid Value: Max 2.0 mg KOH/g
Phosphorus Content: Max 10 ppm
Fatty Acid Composition (% by weight):
Saturated Fatty Acids:
Palmitic Acid (C16:0): 8-14%
Stearic Acid (C18:0): 1-4%
Monounsaturated Fatty Acids (MUFA):
Oleic Acid (C18:1): 35-72%
Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFA):
Linoleic Acid (C18:2): 13-45%
Contaminants & Adulterants:
Pesticide Residues: As per country-specific regulations (FSSAI, EU, FDA)
Heavy Metals:
Lead (Pb):
Quality: Crude degummed, refined
Packing: In bulk, Flexi-tanks p/21500l, Drums p/200kg
Season: All year round
Origin: Argentina / Brazil
Annual production volume: 50000ton
Container capacity: 16-22ton
Quality: Crude, refined
Packing: In bulk, Flexi-tanks p/22000l
Season: All year round
Origin: Argentina / Brazil
Annual production volume: 50000ton
Container capacity: 16-22ton
Quality: Crude, refined
Packing: In bulk,Flexi-tanks or Drums p/200l
Season: All year round
Origin: Argentina
Annual production volume: 10000ton
Container capacity: 16-22ton