Mango Kernel Fat
Extensive work has been carried out in mango kernel fat. The reported values on kernel fat content very from 8.85% to 16.13%.
The lipids of mango kernel are composed of neutral lipids phospholipids and unsaponifiable matter.
Mango kernel fat contains 94.8%-97% of neutral lipids, 1.1%-2.8% of phospholipids, and 1.3%-2.2% of unsaponifiable matter.
The researchers processed magi kernel for recovery of fat and refined the fat. Mango stones were decorticated by using a specially adapted decorticator.
Fat was extracted both by hexane as well as by a combined method of expeller followed by hexane extractions.
Blandness, plasticity and absence of toxic substance render it a potential edible fat in sweetmeat and in pastries who which saturated fats are required.
It can be used as a substitute for tallow in the preparation of high-quality soaps and as an extender to cocoa butter.
The fat extracted meal can be used in animal feed rations and as a direct sizing agent in textile.
The fatty acid compositions of kernel fat has been investigated by many researchers. Stearic and oleic acid s are the major constituents of mango kernel fat, accounting for over 85%.
Investigation also showed that kernel fat added to ghee from buffalo milk at the rate of 1% acted as an antioxidant.
Mango Kernel Fat
Mango is one of the popular fruits in the world due to its attractive color, delicious taste and excellent nutritional properties. Known for its sweet fragrance and flavor, the mango has delighted the senses for more than 4000 years. A celebrated fruit, mango, now produced in most of the tropical parts of the globe.
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