Hydrogenation processes for edible oils

Description

Hydrogenation processes of different oils which reduce saturation and affect physical properties such as melting point and taste.

Alternative labels

hydrogenation process for edible oils
hydrogenation procedures for edible oils
hydrogenation measures for edible oils
hydrogenation processes for an edible oil
hydrogenation processing for edible oils
hydrogenation mechanisms for edible oils
hydrogenation systems for edible oils

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Hydrogenation processes for edible oils is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Hydrogenation machine operator: Hydrogenation machine operators control equipment to process base oils for manufacture of margarine and shortening products.

Fat-purification worker: Fat-purification workers operate acidulation tanks and equipment that help with the separation of undesirable components from oils.

Optional knowledge

Hydrogenation processes for edible oils is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Food production operator: Food production operators supply and perform one or more tasks in different stages of the food production process. They perform manufacturing operations and processes to foods and beverages, perform packaging, operate machines manually or automatically, follow predetermined procedures, and take food safety regulations on board.

 


 

References

  1. Hydrogenation processes for edible oils – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022