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� In imitation of whipping creams
� In the production of medium chain triglycerides.
� In soap production: Soap is made from fatty acids. When palm kernel oil is
turned into soap it has the following properties: very hard white soap, with quick
but non - lasting lathering, fair cleansing properties. It can be used in varieties of
soaps such as toilet soap, household soap and shaving soap.
� In suppositories(pharmaceutical uses).
� Palm kernel oil, like other vegetable oils, can be used to create biodiesel for
internal combustion engines. Biodiesel has been promoted as a renewable energy
source to reduce net emissions of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Therefore,
biodiesel is seen as a way to decrease the impact of the greenhouse effect.
7. ECONOMIC IMPORTANT OF PALM KERNEL OIL PROJECT
Palm kernel oil is comparatively cheap with An appreciably discount to soya bean oil
which is the market leaders most of time.
It has technical attributes useful in food industries especially its good stability to
oxidation and its natural solid fat content.
7.1 EFFECT OF PALM KERNEL OIL ON HUMAN HEALTH.
Some persons are allergic to palm kernel oil. Symptoms of an allergic reaction vary from
person to person. However, they are usually comprised of one or more of the following: a
red, itchy rash and/or hives, coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing, stuffy or runny
nose, sinus congestion, facial swelling, and/or itchy eyes. It is important to stay alert of
symptoms as soon as they appear.
In rare cases, a life-threatening reaction called anaphylaxis, can occur. The symptoms of
this problem include difficulty breathing, extremely low blood pressure, and/or
confusion. It is important to note that the symptoms of anaphylaxis can come about
suddenly and lead to unconsciousness within minutes. If you know you have this
condition to palm kernel oil, it is important to see an allergist so appropriate monitoring
and medication can be given. When the oil is highly refined it poses no threat to someone
with a palm kernel oil allergy. While most palm kernel oils are highly refined and not
allergenic, it is important to verify the refinement process before consumption in
someone with a palm kernel oil allergy. Refined Palm kernel oil is usually considered
safe for those who suffer from nut allergies, providing they do not specifically have a
palm kernel oil allergy. Allergies are usually caused by an inflammatory reaction in the
body to a protein (although this is not the case in a palm kernel oil allergy). Palm kernel
oil does not contain any proteins and, therefore, is free of any possible offending nut
proteins.
Also, palm kernel oil content can affect human health in the following ways:
� The saturated fat content of palm kernel oil can elevate cholesterol and damage coronary
arteries. Palm kernel oil also contains lauric acid, a compound that has been linked to clogged
arteries.
� Cancers of the breast, prostate and colon, along with obesity and an increased risk of heart
attack, are linked to high fat consumption.
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JANUARY 2011
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