tea seed oil refining processing line in rwanda

                                               
                                               
                                               
                                               
                                               
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  • What is the refining method for tea seed oil?
  • Currently, the traditional refining method for common vegetable oils is widely used for tea seed oil refining. This method comprises several steps: degumming, neutralization, bleaching, deodorization and dewaxing.
  • Why is the tea sector growing in Rwanda?
  • The tea sector in Rwanda is growing rapidly, with strong foundations and collaboration between stakeholders catalysing a burst of investment and innovation. This is particularly impressive given the global oversupply of tea and its impact on world prices.
  • Does refining temperature affect fatty acids in tea seed oil?
  • The traditional refining process for tea seed oil (Camellia oleifera oil) results in a severe loss of natural bioactive compounds and unsaturated fatty acids owing to the high operating temperatures. This study investigated the relationship between refining temperatures and the loss of various fatty acids and bioactive compounds in tea seed oil.
  • Can tea seed oil be refined?
  • Crude tea seed oil is unpalatable owing to its bitter taste and the presence of phospholipids, so it must be refined to produce oil for human consumption. Currently, the traditional refining method for common vegetable oils is widely used for tea seed oil refining.
  • Where does Tea come from in Rwanda?
  • Tea production in Rwanda traces its roots back to the early 20th century, when German missionaries introduced tea plants to the country. Since then, the Rwandan tea industry has grown, transforming the nation into a prominent tea producing country in East Africa.
  • Can reducing operational temperatures improve the nutritional value of tea seed oil?
  • We have found that reducing the operational temperatures in most refining steps could effectively remove undesirable impurities and prevent the loss of bioactive compounds using the same processing times and vacuum pressures, thus preserving the nutritional value of tea seed oil.