Studies on the Regional Variations of Sal (<I>Shorea Robusta</I> Gaertn. f.) Seed Oil/fat

Abstract

Studies on the regional variations of sal seed oil for the yield and the physic-chemical properties from different regions did not differ significantly, seeds from Madhya Pradesh, Orissa and Bihar showed higher oil content (16-17.1%) and the seeds from Assam and West-Bengal lower (ca. 10-12%) oil content. Among physic-chemical properties, higher acid value shown by oils from seeds of certain regions is significant. Experiments on detanning of the deoiled sal seed cake have been described for the better utilization of the cake. A complete data sheet giving results of oils from the seeds from various regions in the country is given. soil and ecological conditions of the regions of collection are also included.