About the Lipid Library

The AOCS Lipid Library® is your go-to source for comprehensive and expertly curated information on lipid science and technology. Whether you're looking to understand the latest research, develop innovative products, or broaden your knowledge, this guide provides the essential tools you need to succeed.

Since January 2017, the Lipid Library has been under the expert guidance of Editor-in-Chief Alejandro Marangoni.

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Solvent Extraction

Background One of the most basic needs of mankind is an abundant…

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Meal Desolventizing, Toasting, Drying and Cooling

1.  Introduction After the solvent extraction process, the de-oiled oilseed material may…

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Introduction to Degumming

1.  The Nature of Gums and Phosphatides Crude oil obtained by screw…

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Chemical Degumming

One of the key steps in the refining process is the elimination…

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Enzymatic Degumming

1.  Introduction The benefit of using enzymes as auxiliary agents in degumming…