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.
• Published: 2017
• Online Access: http://dspace.uniten.edu.my/jspui/handle/123456789/6163

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...