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Table 4 Working conditions of catalysts used in transesterification

From: Lipase-catalyzed biodiesel production and quality with Jatropha curcas oil: exploring its potential for Central America

Catalyst

% Catalyst

% Water

Molar ratio (Methanol:oil)

Temperature (°C)

Time (h)

NaOH

1

0

6:1

60

1

TL

0.75

2

1.5–1

35

24

CA

14

0

3:1

40

24

  1. Data refers to previously optimized working conditions for transesterification of Jatropha and palm oil with alkaline (NaOH) and enzymatic catalysts (TL, CA)