Alkoxides
Alkoxides are highly active homogeneous catalysts used in the transesterification process, where triglycerides from vegetable oils, used cooking oils or animal fats react with methanol to produce Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME) (Biodiesel) and Glycerol.
Maximizing biodiesel yield with fast, consistent performance across diverse feedstocks.
Choosing the right Alkoxide catalyst:
NM30
| Chemistry | Sodium Methylate (30% in Methanol) |
| Recommended Feedstock | Refined vegetable oils and low FFA feedstocks |
| Primary Advantage | Maximum conversion efficiency and high biodiesel yield |
KM32
| Chemistry | Potassium Methylate (32% in Methanol) |
| Recommended Feedstock | Used cooking oils, animal fats and higher FFA feedstocks |
| Primary Advantage | Excellent performance with lower-quality and variable feedstocks |
Benefits include:
- High catalytic activity for fast, efficient transesterification
- Maximises biodiesel (FAME) yield
- Reduces soap formation and simplifies downstream processing
- Produces high-purity glycerol as a valuable by-product
- Ready-to-use methanolic solutions for easy dosing
- Consistent product quality and reliable plant performance
- Suitable for both conventional and renewable feedstocks