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CURASMA CASTELLANOS, Leyla Sofia et al. Characterization of the essential oil of Schinus molle L. seeds for agroindustrial applications. Rev. Inv. Cs. Agro. y Vet. [online]. 2025, vol.9, n.25, pp.105-119.  Epub 27-Jan-2025. ISSN 2664-0902.  https://doi.org/10.33996/revistaalfa.v9i25.335.

Vegetable oils are essential for health, the food industry and environmental sustainability. The purpose of this research was to characterize the oil extracted from the seeds of Schinus molle L., evaluating its potential applications in agroindustry. The research was developed in Huancavelica, Peru, with a quantitative and descriptive design. The results indicate that oil extraction is more efficient at moderate temperatures, 100°C and 150°C, achieving a yield of 35.25%, while at temperatures of 200°C it is reduced to 9.47%, negatively affecting the quality of the oil. The physicochemical parameters showed low humidity, 0.03%-0.04%; an acceptable acidity index, 5.61-5.68 mg KOH/l) and a peroxide index within the safe range for edible oils, although with a risk of oxidation. It is concluded that extraction at moderate temperatures maximizes the yield and quality of the oil, and it is recommended to maintain conditions between 100°C and 150°C.

Palavras-chave : Essential oil; Agroindustry; Schinus molle L.; Physical-chemical parameters; Extraction technique.

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