Extraction and Quality Evaluation of Sandbox Tree Seed (Hura crepitan) Oil

Published: Jan 1, 2012
Abstract
2 Abstract: The seed and seed oil from sandbox, Hura crepitans were investigated to establish their composition and utility as a base material. Powdered seeds from H. crepitans were soxhlet-extracted with petroleum ether between 40-60°C to yield a golden-yellow oil. Proximate analyses and chemical characterization of the seed oil were carried out using the standard procedures of American Oil Chemist Society. Mineral compositions of the seeds...
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Title
Extraction and Quality Evaluation of Sandbox Tree Seed (Hura crepitan) Oil
Published Date
Jan 1, 2012
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