| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 642458 | Separation and Purification Technology | 2011 | 8 Pages |
Ethanolysis of squalene free shark liver oil was carried out to obtain a product mixture comprised mainly of fatty acid ethyl esters and non-esterified alkylglycerols. Purification of non-esterified alkylglycerols from this product mixture via supercritical fluid extraction and short-path distillation has been compared. The effect of temperature and mass flow in a sequential distillation strategy was evaluated. In addition, combination of supercritical fluid extraction and short-path distillation to obtain a product highly enriched in alkylglycerols readily for human consumption was also studied.
► Comparison of supercritical fluid extraction and short path distillation for the enrichment of alkylglycerols. ► The product attained after ethanolysis of squalene free shark liver oil as starting material. ► Combination of supercritical fluid extraction and short path distillation to obtain highly concentrated in alkylglycerols. ► A product readily for human consumption. ► Precursors for structured alkylglycerols and functional ingredients.
