Protocol for extracting oil from Ghana shea nuts using solvent extraction
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Solvent extraction is the most efficient technique for extracting oils of higher quality for prospective industrial and commercial applications. Here, we present a protocol for extracting oil from Ghana shea nuts using this technique. We describe steps for drying and milling kernels; oil extraction, including the kinetic and thermodynamic processes; and filtration. We then detail procedures for solvent recovery and oil storage. This protocol has the potential for use in industrial and commercial settings for oil extraction. For complete details on the use and execution of this protocol, please refer to Alale et al. 1 • Steps for preparing dried shea kernels for extraction at varying times and temperatures • Steps for extracting the oil from the pulverized kernels using hexane and petroleum ether • Details for separating the filtrate containing the extract and solvent from the residue • Steps for recovering the solvent from the extracted oil, drying, and yield quantification Publisher’s note: Undertaking any experimental protocol requires adherence to local institutional guidelines for laboratory safety and ethics. Solvent extraction is the most efficient technique for extracting oils of higher quality for prospective industrial and commercial applications. Here, we present a protocol for extracting oil from Ghana shea nuts using this technique. We describe steps for drying and milling kernels; oil extraction, including the kinetic and thermodynamic processes; and filtration. We then detail procedures for solvent recovery and oil storage. This protocol has the potential for use in industrial and commercial settings for oil extraction.
Source: STAR Protocols
Institution: University of Cape Coast
Language: English
Subfield: Organic Chemistry
Field: Chemistry
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,500
OpenAlex ID: W4402635229