Scientific and technological advancements in the utilisation of by‐products from babassu oil extraction: a bibliometric review
Poliana Sander Ferreira,
Suely Pereira Freitas,
Eveline Lopes Almeida
Abstract:SummaryBabassu is a tropical palm native in South and Central America that produces high‐quality oil from its fruit. The babassu oil extraction results in the production of babassu coconut by‐products (BCBs) – epicarp, mesocarp, endocarp, and almond cake. In this study, we utilized bibliometric analysis and literature review to understand and evaluate their potential for food applications. Our analysis revealed a total of 165 studies published between 1945 and 2022 in the Web of Science database. Notably, Braz… Show more
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