• What is soybean oil refining?
  • Soybean oil refining including degumming (removing of phosphatides), alkali refining (washing with alkaline solution to remove free fatty acids, colorants, insoluble matter and gums) and bleaching (with activated earth or activated carbon to remove colour and other impurities.
  • How much does a soybean oil refinery cost?
  • The comparable operating expenses for a soybean oil refinery will average about $39.70 U. S. per metric ton of refined product ($35.30 to $48.50 range) with an incremental $22.00 U.S per metric ton for hydrogenated products ($17.60 to $38.50 range).
  • Should you buy crude degummed soybean oil for refining?
  • Buyers of crude degummed soybean oil for refining soybean oil should consider the compositional differences between oil derived from soybeans of different origins. The oil composition can significantly impact the refining process in terms of refined oil yields and refining costs.
  • How much does a greenfield soybean oil refinery cost?
  • Likewise, for a greenfield soybean oil refinery, the capital requirements will average about $45,900 U.S. per metric ton of daily refining capacity. The capital range would be from $33,000 to $55,000 per metric ton of daily capacity for a consolidated refining/bleaching/hydrogenation/deodorization facility.
  • Does crude degummed soybean oil have a compositional advantage?
  • U.S. crude degummed soybean oil has a compositional advantage compared to other origins. Crude degummed soybean oil composition impacts both refining yield and refining costs, resulting in significant economic implications to a soybean oil refiner.
  • Why does soybean oil quality vary by origin?
  • Soybean oil quality varies by origin. These variations are due to the geographic location where the whole soybeans were grown, storage conditions and handling prior to processing. Variations in the quality of CDSBO can lead to a longer, more costly refining process, while simultaneously lowering refining yields.