COTTON SEED ACID OIL (ACID OIL)
Raw Material for Biodiesel & Industrial Applications
Cotton seed Acid Oil (CAO), a by-product of cottonseed oil refining, is rich in Free Fatty Acids (FFA) and widely used across multiple industries for its cost-effectiveness and versatility.
Key Applications
1. Animal Feed Industry
- Cost-effective energy source for cattle and poultry feed
- Contains essential fatty acids
- Used in controlled quantities due to gossypol content
2. Soap Manufacturing
- Commonly used in laundry soap production
- Economical alternative to other fatty materials
3. Biodiesel Production
- Suitable low-cost feedstock for biodiesel
- Requires pre-treatment due to high FFA levels
4. Oleochemical Industry
- Used in manufacturing fatty acids and derivatives
- Raw material for stearic acid, distillates, and blends
5. Rubber Industry
- Functions as a processing oil and softener
6. Paints & Coatings
- Used in alkyd resin formulations
- Enhances durability and finish quality
7. Industrial Fuel
- Used as boiler fuel in certain industries
- Cost-effective alternative to furnace oil
8. Lubricants & Greases
- Suitable for producing low-grade lubricants and greases