Characterization and production of Ceiba pentandra biodiesel and its blends

• Main Authors: Silitonga A.S., Ong H.C., Mahlia T.M.I., Masjuki H.H., Chong W.T.
• Other Authors: 39262559400
• Format: Article
• Published: Elsevier Ltd 2023
• Subjects: Biodiesel; Blending; Ceiba pentandra; Non-edible; Physicochemical property; Catalysts; Oils and fats; Acid catalyst; Alkaline catalysts; Biodiesel production; Diesel blending; Oxidation stability
• Institution: Universiti Tenaga Nasional

This paper investigates the opportunity of biodiesel characterization and production from Ceiba pentandra seed oil. The biodiesel production was conducted by two step acid-base transesterification. The process was carried out using acid catalyst (H2SO4) and alkaline catalyst (NaOH). It has been foun...