Product Description

• This edition of the reference work covers the modern technical processes involved in oil and fat production, including the theory and practice of handling, formulating, and isolating oils and fats; analytical methods and uses; and the background required for the development of new products. Volumes 1 to 4 in the series focus on edible oil and fat products, while the 5th and final volume concentrates on industrial and consumer products such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and detergents.

From the Publisher

• Contributed by internationally renowned experts in industry, government and academia, this industry standard now consists of five volumes which are published at one time instead of over several years. Volume 1 serves as an introductory chapter covering such topics as chemistry, nutrition, toxicology, vegetable oil, animal fats, flavors and sensory evaluations. Volume 2 comprises oils seeds; Volume 3 discusses the application of oils and fats; and Volume 4 concentrates on the technology and engineering of processing vegetable oils. The last volume covers the use of oils and fats in nonedible products such as soap, paints, leather, textiles, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 708 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Interscience; 5 edition (December 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471594288
• ISBN-13: 978-0471594284
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.6 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds