From crude peanut oil to standard edible oil needs to go through four basic stages of degumming, deacidification, decolorization and deodorization. Next, I will introduce the refining process of peanut oil in the order of the work sections. Step1. Degumming
How much edible oil is produced in Benin?
Benin alone produced 109 thousand tonnes of vegetable oils in 2019 (Source: World Data Atlas). The African edible oil market was valued at USD 4,803.28 million in 2021. Experts expect it to reach USD 8503.00 million by 2029, registering a CAGR of 7.40% during the forecast period of 2022-29.
Why do people eat peanuts in Benin?
With a national production of 140135 tons in 2017, Benin’s peanut cultivation helps satisfy the food needs of the entire population and supply the local artisanal processing market with oils and cake products. The consumer segment, hypermarkets, and supermarkets hold the highest market value shares.
Why is Benin a hub for mass palm oil production?
From mechanized processing techniques that allow lower cost prices to a larger production of bulk sales that attract more retailers, Benin has become a hub for mass palm oil manufacturing base. The global market for peanut oil registered a value CAGR of 3.4% from 2016 to 2020.