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The definitions presented here are merely general descriptions that may prove helpful. They do not supersede the definitions of technical terms as they are used in specific documents, agreements, proposals, offerings or patents.
A measure of the free fatty acid content in fats and oils, indicating the level of hydrolysis or degradation.
An ester formed from fatty acids and alcohols, commonly used in lubricants, plasticizers, and biodiesel.
A derivative of fatty acids used as slip agents, anti-blocking agents, and lubricants in plastics.
Chemicals derived from renewable biological sources such as vegetable oils, animal fats, or biomass.
Fatty Acid Methyl Esters produced via transesterification of vegetable oils or animal fats, used as renewable fuel.
Oleochemical products used as base materials for further formulation or downstream processing.
A saturated fatty acid used in personal care products, lubricants, and food applications.
A medium-chain fatty acid commonly used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and antimicrobial applications.
The number of carbon atoms in a fatty acid molecule, affecting its physical and chemical properties.
A unique numerical identifier assigned to chemical substances by the Chemical Abstracts Service.
A refining process that removes phospholipids and impurities from crude vegetable oils.
A separation process used to obtain purified fatty acids based on boiling point differences.
Further conversion of oleochemicals into finished or semi-finished industrial products.
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