Another reason for refining vegetable oil is to obtain triglycerides with high yield and purity. The refining process also produces value added co-products from stages like Degumming, Neutralization, Bleaching, Dewaxing/Winterization, and Deodorization.
What is the process of making edible oil?
The process of making edible oil involves making it flavorless, odorless, and changing its color, crystal habit, and molecular structure to make the extracted or mechanically pressed oil suitable for human consumption.
What is the process of oil refining?
The oil refining process removes unwanted constituents from oil while minimizing damage to glycerides and preserving desired constituents. This results in improved flavor, odor, color, and stability.