CRUDE POMACE

Parameter Specification
Appearance Thick, dark brown to blackish liquid
Color Dark brown, greenish-black
Odor Strong, unpleasant, musty or earthy smell
Taste Not edible, bitter or unpleasant
Acidity Level Typically above 2.0%
Peroxide Value Generally higher than acceptable food-grade standards
Free Fatty Acid Content High, often above 2% (as oleic acid)
Density at 20°C 0.910 – 0.920 g/cm³
Moisture and Volatile Matter ≤ 0.2%
Wax Content Very high, may exceed 350 mg/kg
Unsaponifiable Matter May be higher than refined oils
Usage Not suitable for consumption; used in refining processes