Vegetable oil waste, also known as “oil cake” or “oil cake,” is an important by-product that remains after the oil extraction process from seeds or fruits. This cake consists of solids that are rich in nutrients and retain a high percentage of protein and fiber, making it valuable in many applications.
1- Animal feed: Oil cake is an excellent source of protein, making it a popular choice as feed for animals such as cows, chickens and sheep. It contains important nutrients that promote animal growth and improve milk and meat production.
2- Fertilizer: Ambaz can be used as an organic fertilizer in agriculture. Adding oil cake to the soil contributes to improving its quality and fertility, as it provides the soil with essential nutrients and helps enhance microbial activity.
3- Food industries: In some cases, oil cake can be used as an ingredient in some food products, such as the production of animal feed or food additives that enhance the nutritional value of products.
4- Industrial applications:
Oil waste can also be used in the production of some chemicals or in various manufacturing processes, which helps reduce waste and increase production efficiency.
5- Soap Production
Used oils are used as main ingredients in soap making.
6. Paint and varnish industry
It is used in the paint industry, where it acts as a plasticizer.