the hot and cold press argan oil processing plant in botswana

   
the hot and cold press argan oil processing plant in botswana
                                               
                                               
                                               
                                               
  • the hot and cold press argan oil processing plant in botswana
Does cold pressed argan oil have volatile compounds?

The volatile compounds of cold pressed argan oil are strongly dependent on the roasting process that is particularly applied to food-grade argan oil. In fact, during the process of roasting, an aroma is developed, which is preserved in the oil during the process of extraction.

How long does argan oil last?

For instance, at 110¡ãC, food argan oil prepared by press cold extraction present an average Rancimat induction period of 31 h, whereas it is only 13 h for cosmetic argan oil. At high storage temperature (60¡ãC) for 35 days, argan oil from roasted kernels prepared by press cold extraction shows high oxidative stability ( 19 ).

Where is argan oil produced?

Currently, argan oil is mainly produced by women's cooperatives in Morocco using a semi-industrial mechanical extraction process. This allows the production of high-quality argan oil. Depending on the method used to prepare argan kernels, two types of argan oil can be obtained: food or cosmetic grade.

What is argan oil?

Argan oil is non-refined vegetable oil, of the more well-known ¡°virgin oil¡± type, is produced from the argan tree [ Argania spinosa (L.) Skeels]. The argan tree is deemed to be an important forest species from both social and economic standpoints.