Pulp Oil Research Articles

Fatty acid profile and lipid quality of Maximiliana maripa oil obtained by supercritical CO2 and pressurized ethanol

Maximiliana maripa is an underexploited Brazilian native palm from the Amazon biome. The oil obtained from the pulp of ripe M. maripa fruit is a rich source of unsaturated fatty acids, carotenoids, and bioactive compounds. This study evaluated the maripa palm pulp oil (MPPO) obtained by supercritical fluid extraction (SFE) with pure supercritical CO2 (scCO2), scCO2 with ethanol as co-solvent (scCO2 + EtOH), and pressurized liquid extraction (PLE) with ethanol. All the extractions were evaluated at 333.15 K and 20 MPa. The PLE showed higher recovery of MPPO (47.8 wt%) compared to SFE with scCO2 (3.6 wt%), or scCO2 + EtOH (20.4 wt%). Oleic, palmitic, linoleic, and linolenic acids were the main fatty acids in MPPO. Other minor compounds such as phenol, carotene, alcohols, and esters were also detected. PLE and SFE presented many advantages for the extraction of MPPO, whose composition suggests a high potential for application in the food and pharmaceutical industries.

Chemical characterization and evaluation of antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of the pulp oil of fruits of Mauritia flexuosa L. f.

This study aimed to characterize the chemical, antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of the pulp oil of Mauritia flexuosa L. f. (Arecaceae). Chemical identification was performed by gas chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry. The physicochemical properties were characterized. Antioxidant capacity has been verified by eliminating of free radicals, reducing and chelation of iron. The antimicrobial activity was evaluated by the minimum inhibitory concentration and the modulatory action of antibiotics. The major fatty acids identified were stearic acid, palmitic acid and oleic acid. The acidity and the saponification index are within the limits established by the National Sanitary Surveillance Agency. The oil showed moderate antioxidant activity and antimicrobial activity against Candida strains. It also showed synergistic effects, especially on cefotaxime against Bacillus cereus. The results suggest the potential of the species as an antioxidant and in antimicrobial therapy.

Acrocomia aculeata fruits from three regions in Costa Rica: an assessment of biometric parameters, oil content and oil fatty acid composition to evaluate industrial potential

Due to increased global demand for vegetable oils, diversification of the supply chain with sustainable sources is necessary. Acrocomia aculeata has recently gained attention as a multi-purpose, sustainable crop for oil production. However, the information necessary for effective selection of promising varieties for agricultural production is lacking. The aim of this study was to assess variability in fruit morphology and oil composition of individual Acrocomia aculeata plants growing wild in different climatic regions of Costa Rica. Fruits at the same ripening stage were collected at three locations, and biometric features, oil content, fatty acid composition of oils from kernels and pulp, as well as fiber composition of husks were determined. Biometric parameters showed high variability among the regions assessed. Moreover, oil content and relative proportions of unsaturated fatty acids were higher at the most tropical location, whereas lauric acid content was lowest under these conditions, indicating a potential environmental effect on oil composition. Pulp oil content correlated positively with annual precipitation and relative humidity, but no clear relation to temperature was observed. The oil chemical composition was similar to that reported for Elaeis guineensis, suggesting that Acrocomia aculeata from Costa Rica may be a suitable alternative for industrial applications currently based on African palm oil. Analysis of husks as a coproduct revealed the possibility of obtaining materials with high lignin and low water and ash contents that could be used as a solid bioenergy source. In conclusion, Acrocomia aculeata oil is a promising alternative for industrial applications currently based on African palm oil and byproducts of its oil production could find additional use as a renewable energy source.

Extraction of passion fruit (Passiflora cincinnata Mast.) pulp oil using pressurized ethanol and ultrasound: Antioxidant activity and kinetics

This study reports the yield and antioxidant activity of oils extracted from passion fruit “do Mato” (Passiflora cincinnata Mast.) pulp using ultrasound and pressurized ethanol extraction techniques at low and high pressures. The ultrasound extraction (UE) led to the highest overall yield (0.60 g/g); however, very similar yield (0.55 g/g) has achieved using pressurized ethanol (PEE) at the best experimental condition (15 MPa, 35 °C, 1 mL/min). The PEE method (at 15 MPa, 35 °C, 1 mL/min) delivered oil resin with the highest overall concentration of phenolic compounds (TPC = 854.92 mg of gallic acid/100 g of oil) and antioxidant activity (IC50 = 0.4209 mg/mL and ABTS = 0.0182 mmol Trolox/g of oil). Quantification of the phenolic compounds showed that the passion fruit oils contain several phenolic compounds, especially quercetin, naringenin and gallic acid, which was the most abundant phenolic compound found.

Comparison of the thermo-oxidative stability of murici oil (Byrsonima crassifolia L. Kunt) obtained by enzymatic hydrolysis assisted by ultrasound and classical method

The extraction of oil from various raw materials by enzymatic process has received great importance for being considered clean technology. In addition, the product obtained by enzymatic action has better yields as well as better chemical quality parameters, also better stability conditions. Thus, the objective of the present work was to optimize the murici pulp oil extraction process by enzymatic hydrolysis and to compare the thermo-oxidative stability of murici oil extracted by ultrasound-assisted enzymatic hydrolysis and the oil obtained by the classic method (Soxhlet). The results obtained showed a dependence on the dependent variable - yield (%) - as a function of the independent variables - enzyme concentration (%) and exposure time on ultrasound (min). From the applied statistical analysis, it was observed that the oil extracted by enzymatic hydrolysis showed greater thermal stability (400 °C) compared to that obtained by the classical method (384 °C). The analysis of oxidative stability showed greater propensity to oxidation the oil obtained by classical method compared to that obtained by enzymatic hydrolysis in 6 hours of induction at 110 °C. Thus, the oil obtained by enzymatic hydrolysis has properties superior to that obtained by the classical method and, thus, with better thermo-oxidative stability.

Encapsulation and antioxidant activity of assai pulp oil (Euterpe oleracea) in chitosan/alginate polyelectrolyte complexes

In this study, the effect of different amounts of assai pulp oil (AO), between 0.25 and 0.75%, and calcium chloride, 0–1.0%, in the formation of chitosan/alginate polyelectrolyte complexes (PECs) was investigated using a central composite design. AO and CaCl2 significantly influenced the size and polydispersity index of the PECs. However, the encapsulation efficiency (>99%) was not affected by these factors. The PECs exhibited a gel-like behavior, consistent with the formation of chitosan (CS) and sodium alginate (SA) complexes. Complex formation and AO encapsulation were also confirmed by infrared spectroscopy and thermogravimetric analyses. AO and the optimized PEC (0.5% AO and 0.5% CaCl2) presented high antioxidant activity (>70%) against the DPPH radical. As the AO encapsulated in CS/SA PECs exhibited satisfactory physicochemical and bioactive properties, their incorporation in biodegradable films for food packaging would be a potential application.

Sea buckthorn pulp oil nanoemulsions fabricated by ultra-high pressure homogenization process: A promising carrier for nutraceutical

Food protein-stabilized with nanoemulsions were prepared by ultra-high pressure homogenization under appropriate homogenization condition, so as to improve the poor water solubility and instability of sea buckthorn pulp oil (SBPO). SBPO nanoemulsions stabilized by sodium caseinate (SC) and whey protein isolates (WPI) suggested good microstructures and rheological properties. SC-stabilized SBPO nanoemulsions system showed smaller mean particle size (<260 nm), lower Ke value (6.3–20.4%) and higher absolute value of zeta potential (55.70–67.20mV) over various pH (3–9), salinity (0–200 mM), temperature (20–80 °C). The SC-stabilized SBPO nanoemulsions showed no significantly increase in droplet size over 30 days at 4 °C and 25 °C, which proved it has good stability. The antioxidant activity of SC-stabilized SBPO nanoemulsions was evaluated by employing cellular antioxidant activity (CAA) model and the results showed good antioxidant activity. This study implied that protein-stabilized nanoemulsions are a promising carrier for extending the applications of SBPO as nutraceutical or functional dairy beverage.

Canjiqueira Fruit: Are We Losing the Best of It?

Fruits and byproducts are valuable sources of nutrients and bioactive compounds, which are associated with a decreased risk of developing several diseases, such as cancer, inflammation, cardiovascular diseases, and Alzheimer’s. The fruits of canjiqueira (Byrsonima cydoniifolia) are already exploited as a food resource, while the seeds are discarded. This study aimed at showing the potential of the whole fruit of canjiqueira. Elemental characterization was performed on ICP OES, while thermal stability was assessed on thermogravimetry. The determination of the fatty acid profile was carried out on gas chromatography and bioactive compound identification using liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry. Results show that both parts of canjiqueira fruit are a source of various minerals, such as Ca, Cu, Fe, K, Mg, and Mn while the seed only is a good source for Zn. Oleic and linoleic acids are the main compounds in pulp and seed. The thermal stability of seed oil is superior to pulp oil, while piceatannol concentration is higher in seed than pulp. All parts of canjiqueira fruit may be used as a strategy to address nutrition issues and are valuable ingredients to prospective food products.

Drying and storage of macaúba fruit: chemical and oxidative stability

The objective of this study was to evaluate the chemical and oxidative stability of dried macaúba (Acrocomia totai) fruit in different air conditions and stored for up to 120 days. The macaúba fruits were collected, sanitized, dried at the temperatures of 40, 50, 60 and 70 °C and stored in raffia bags at room temperature. Drying at higher temperatures resulted in pulps with a darker and orangish color and pulp oil with lower titratable acidity contents and acidity indices. Throughout storage, there was an increase in the acidity index of pulp oil and a reduction in the ascorbic acid and carotenoid contents in the pulp. Drying and storage reduced the ascorbic acid and carotenoid contents of the pulp. Drying at lower temperatures results in pulps with a higher free-radical sequestering ability. Pulp oil quality was compromised by drying and storage time. Newly harvested macaúba fruits can be dried at 40, 50, 60 or 70 °C and stored for up to 120 days without compromising nut oil quality.

Buriti (Mauritia Flexuosa L.) pulp oil as an immunomodulator against enteropathogenic Escherichia coli

Bioactive compounds present in fruit oils have an antioxidant activity, which may be related to an immunomodulatory effect, which in turn can result in a microbicidal activity. Hence, the main aim of the current study is to evaluate the immunomodulatory effect of buriti oil (Mauritia Flexuosa L.) against enteropathogenic Escherichia coli (EPEC). Therefore, buriti pulp oil was extracted and characterized for saponification, peroxide and acidity index, total carotenoid content, fatty acid profile, hydrophilic and lipophilic fraction antioxidant capacity, cell viability, and phagocytosis of EPEC by mononuclear (MN) cells. The heat extraction process did not cause hydrolytic rancidity and oxidative rancidity in the oil, and the result is an acid value of 17.44 mg KOH/g of oil and a low peroxide value (0.062 meq peroxide/1000 g of oil). However, the saponification index was elevated (239.79 mg KOH/g of oil) due to the presence of low molecular weight fatty acid. As concerns the profile of the fatty acid, the oil is composed mainly of oleic acid (72.23 %) and palmitic acid (22.18 %). In addition, buriti oil presented a high content of carotenoids (760.5 ± 46.4 μg of β-carotene/g of oil), related to its antioxidant capacity. Moreover, buriti oil did not show toxicity to human blood MN phagocytes and increased the rate of cellular phagocytosis in EPEC and its microbicide index (69.3 ± 6.6 %), when compared with the negative control group. (48.1 ± 5.4 %).

Diversity in sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides L.) accessions with different origins based on morphological characteristics, oil traits, and microsatellite markers.

Sea buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides) is an ecologically and economically important species. Here, we assessed the diversity of 78 accessions cultivated in northern China using 8 agronomic characteristics, oil traits (including oil content and fatty acid composition) in seeds and fruit pulp, and SSR markers at 23 loci. The 78 accessions included 52 from ssp. mongolica, 6 from ssp. sinensis, and 20 hybrids. To assess the phenotypic diversity of these accessions, 8 agronomic fruit traits were recorded and analyzed using principal component analysis (PCA). The first two PCs accounted for approximately 78% of the variation among accessions. The oil contents were higher in pulp (3.46-38.56%) than in seeds (3.88-8.82%), especially in ssp. mongolica accessions. The polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) ratio was slightly lower in the seed oil of hybrids (76.06%) than that of in ssp. mongolica (77.66%) and higher than that of in ssp. sinensis (72.22%). The monounsaturated fatty acid (MUFA) ratio in the pulp oil of ssp. sinensis (57.00%) was highest, and that in ssp. mongolica (51.00%) was equal to the ratio in the hybrids (51.20%). Using canonical correspondence analysis (CCA), we examined the correlation between agronomic traits and oil characteristics in pulp and seeds. Oil traits in pulp from different origins were correlated with morphological groupings (r = 0.8725, p = 0.0000). To assess the genotypic diversity, 23 SSR markers (including 17 loci previously reported) were used among the 78 accessions with 59 polymorphic amplified fragments obtained and an average PIC value of 0.2845. All accessions were classified into two groups based on the UPGMA method. The accessions of ssp. sinensis and ssp. mongolica were genetically distant. The hybrid accessions were close to ssp. mongolica accessions. The 8 agronomic traits, oil characteristics in seed and pulp oils, and 23 SSR markers successfully distinguished the 78 accessions. These results will be valuable for cultivar identification and genetic diversity analysis in cultivated sea buckthorn.

Deoxygenation of Macauba acid oil over Co-based catalyst supported on activated biochar from Macauba endocarp: A potential and sustainable route for green diesel and biokerosene production

Conventional biofuels, as biodiesel and bioethanol, are oxygenated compounds that have different physical-chemical properties when compared to fossil fuels. Otherwise, drop-in biofuels are bio-hydrocarbons that have the same chemical composition of fossil fuels. These oxygen-free fuels can be used without changes in structure that already exists to fossils fuels, as engines, turbines and tanks. This work presents the synthesis of bio-hydrocarbons via deoxygenation over Co/C catalyst using Macauba acid oil as feedstock. It is an inedible oil, with high acidity (about 38%) from a perennial palm tree with high oil productivity. Macauba endocarp activated carbon supported cobalt catalyst was synthesized and tested in order to develop a low cost and sustainable conversion route. Degree of deoxygenation of 98.4 %wt was achieved using Macauba pulp oil as feedstock, 10 wt% of catalyst, at temperature of 350 °C, pressure of 30 bar H2 for 4 h. The synthesized bio-hydrocarbons presented carbon chains equivalent to the fractions of gasoline, aviation kerosene and, mostly, diesel. These drop-in biofuels and the innovative catalyst appear as an important alternative for transport sector and for improving the sustainability of Macauba biorefinery.

The Hyphessobrycon eques (Steindachner, 1882) coloration influenced by the addition of Attalea Phalerata Mart. ex spreng crude oil

Bacuri pulp oil (Attalea phalerata Mart. Ex Spreng) has medicinal properties due to a high concentration of carotenoids and palmitoleic acid from the Omega-7 group that can benefit the health and well-being of fish. The objective was to evaluate the benefits of including bacuri oil in the development and coloring of Mato Grosso (Hyphessobrycon eques Steindachner, 1882). 51 specimens of coarse forest were used, distributed in four units of 10L in individual recirculation system and thermostated water at 28 ° C. During the 60-day trial the fish were fed with commercial diets (DC) and commercial diet plus essential oil of bacuri (5g.kg-1) (DB). At the end of the experimental period, survival, growth, color and thermogenicity were evaluated. The data were analyzed using the Duncan test (P&gt; 0.05). The use of bacuri oil provided a low growth rate, however it is noteworthy that it was longer in relation to the DC group. Consumption was not affected by the addition of bacuri oil, having no effect on the palatability of the diet. However, the trial survival was 73% for DB and 88% for DC. There was no change in the color and thermogenicity of the fish with the inclusion of bacuri oil. The condition factor of DB fish was superior to DC, which demonstrates the ability to promote fish welfare. It was concluded that in the dose used, bacuri essential oil is not recommended for thick bush as a supplement to improve color.

Authentication of the geographical origin and the botanical variety of avocados using liquid chromatography fingerprinting and deep learning methods

The lipid chromatographic fingerprint of different avocado fruits have been acquired and two classification multivariate methods, partial least squares-discriminant analysis (PLS-DA) and support vector machine (SVM), have been successfully tested in order to discriminate and classify a higher variability of avocado samples. Two authentication goals have been achieved attending to: (i) the geographical origin, and (ii) the botanical variety or cultivar. However, to our knowledge, there are no antecedents aimed at comparing and classifying avocado fruits. The pulp oil fraction of the avocado fruit was first extracted using pressurised liquid extraction from the previously lyophilised pulp. Then the 190–400 ​nm UV-absorption fingerprints were obtained from the avocado oils using normal phase high performance liquid chromatography coupled to an absorption diode-array detector ((NP)HPLC-DAD) and the 220 ​nm spectra were then selected for classification model building. Several input-class classification strategies were applied and the classification models were externally validated from the specific success/error contingencies. In addition, some quality metrics, i.e. sensitivity (or recall), specificity, precision, negative predictive values, efficiency (or accuracy), AUC (area under the receiver operating curve), Mathews correlation coefficient and Kappa coefficient, were determined to evaluate the performance of each classification model (PLS-DA and SVM) and the results clearly show that SVM method is the most proficient.

Genetic and chemical characterization of avocado commercial cultivars avocado of Risaralda Colombia

Abstract This research aimed at performing the molecular characterization of commercial Papelillo avocado (Persea americana cv Lorena) cultivars from the municipality of Marsella (Risaralda, Colombia), as well as the physicochemical analysis and antioxidant activity assessment of the pulp and seed. An evaluation of 50 individuals among commercial varieties and possible patterns was performed using 17 microsatellite markers. Proximate analysis of the pulp was performed, and the fatty acid profile of oils, the antioxidant activity by the DPPH and FRAP methods, and the total phenolic content were evaluated. From the cluster analysis, Dice index, and Principal Coordinates Analysis, it became evident that all the individuals showed a tendency to group by populations. In addition, the pulp revealed high fiber contents (4.96–20.64%) and moisture (80.75–82.96%); however, it showed low oil content (5.97–6.56%). The fatty acid found in the highest proportion in seed oil is linoleic acid and that in pulp oil is oleic acid. The antioxidant activity by the DPPH method for seed oil (87.87 to 91.04%) presented a greater inhibition concerning to the pulp oil (20.34% and 24.43%), this same trend was observed by the FRAP method. Concerning the content of total phenols, the seed oil (31.94–76.30 mg GAE g-1) has a higher value than the pulp (30.18–54.30 mg GAE g-1). The set of samples was characterized as a significant source of genetic variability; thanks to the excellent alternatives they provide as rootstocks for commercial varieties such as the ‘Lorena’ cultivars. The chemical classification carried out in this study is of great importance, due to the lack of information about the oil of the ‘Papelillo’ avocado cultivated in different regions of Colombia.

Biodiesel Synthesis from African Pear (&amp;lt;i&amp;gt;Dacryodes edulis&amp;lt;/i&amp;gt;) Oil Using Catalyst Assisted Transesterification Process

This study examines the synthesis of biodiesel from African pear oil using catalyst assisted transesterification (One-step) process. The D. edulis used in this study were obtained from Port Harcourt City Local Government Area of Rivers State, Nigeria. The pulp oil was extracted and subjected to physicochemical analysis and gas chromatography was used to check the free fatty acid content. The yield of the oil was 47% which is highly significant. Gas-chromatographic analysis of the oil extract showed free fatty acid content as palmitic acid 26.41%, stearic acid 24.56%, oleic acid 2.20% and others 46.83% for the pulp. The physicochemical parameter of synthesized oil revealed density; 0.98 ± 6.01 mg/dm3, saponification number; 199.16 ± 6.09 mgKOH/g, acid number; 1.85 ± 0.08 mgKOH/g, iodine number; 74.98 ± 2.83 wijs, and peroxide value; 11.80 ± 0.29 mEq/kg. The African pear showed almost same level of saturation and unsaturation. Biodiesel yield of the pulp oil attained optimum yield of 87% at the oil/methanol molar ratio of 1:6 and temperature of 60°C. The properties of the produced biodiesel were specific gravity 0.89 ± 0.12, kinematic viscosity was 2.80 ± 0.14 mm2/s, water and sediment 0.020 ± 0.0021%, the acid number was 0.15 ± 0.020 mgKOH/g, cetane number 63, pour point -13°C, flash point 137°C and sulphur contents 0.02%m/m. These values were within standards for petrodiesel. It therefore shows that the D. edulis oil could serve as a good source of feedstock for biodiesel synthesis.

Impact of genotype on fatty acid profile, oil content and nutritional value of the sweet fruits of Acrocomia aculeata

Abstract Macauba (Acrocomia aculeata) has mainly been evaluated as an oil source focused on biodiesel production. Furthermore, the fruit mesocarp and kernel are edible, and candies, jelly, sweet alcoholic liquor and ice cream are also produced from the mesocarp. Despite its consumption, there is still a lack of information on the nutritional composition of macauba. Selected macauba genotypes producing fruits with a sweet mesocarp were evaluated regarding the fruit characteristics, proximate composition, oil content and fatty acid profile. The mesocarp total sugar (fructose and glucose) content ranged from 4.5 to 9.6 g/100 g, total dietary fiber varied from 6.8 to 9.3 g/100 g, while protein content was up to 2.2 g/100 g (wet basis). There was a significant difference among genotypes for fruit characteristics, pulp oil content (7-29 g/100 g wet basis), and fatty acids from the mesocarp such as C18:1 (36-63%), C18:2 (7-35%) and C18:3 (0.8-7%)(p&lt;0.05), and one of the evaluated genotypes may contribute to daily intake of linoleic and linolenic acids. The carotenes in the mesocarp oil ranged from 30-240 mg/kg. Lauric acid was the main fatty acid in the kernel oil. The differences observed depended on the genetic diversity and point out the nutritional value and different applications for macauba mesocarps.

Changes of physicochemical properties, oxidative stability and cellular anti-inflammatory potentials for sea-buckthorn pulp oils during refining.

The impact of the refining process on physicochemical properties, oxidative stability and cellular anti-inflammatory potentials of sea-buckthorn pulp oil (SBO) was investigated in this study. The results showed that acid and peroxide values of the tested SBOs decreased significantly after the refining process, while oxidative stability index (OSI) and anti-inflammatory potentials, measured as reduction in cellular inflammatory cytokine production, increased significantly. Interestingly, bleaching caused an unexpected increase in tocopherols as well as the greatest reduction in polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). According to correlation analyses, tocopherol concentrations were significantly and positively correlated with OSI values and cellular anti-inflammatory potentials, while PHAs were negatively correlated with these factors. In general, refining is an effective way to improve the oxidative stability and anti-inflammatory capacity of SBO.

Development of a Phytocosmetic Enriched with Pequi (Caryocar brasiliense Cambess) Oil

Abstract The pulp oil of Caryocar brasiliense Camb., better known as pequi, is used in the typical cuisine of the Brazilian Cerrado region. It is also used in folk medicine to combat several types of disease of the respiratory system and skin. However, since its exploration is purely extractive, the exhaustion of this plant is already foreseen. Thus, in order to establish the sustainable use of pequi and contribute to its maintenance, this study aimed to develop a phytocosmetic with antioxidant and photoprotective properties using the oil of this fruit. Initially, the cytotoxicity of the oil was evaluated in order to establish the safety of its use and its fatty acid composition. Then, from the cream enriched with the oil, it was evaluated the antioxidant and photoprotector potentials, quantified the total phenolic content and examined the quality of the formulation. Pequi oil showed high percentages of palmitic (52.11%) and oleic (44.57%) fatty acids and absence of cytotoxicity. The analysis of the cream revealed 168.8 mg of total phenols in gallic acid equivalent per 100 g of oil. The evaluation of antioxidant activity showed an EC50 of 2.921 mg/mL and a capacity of inhibiting the lipoperoxidation process higher than 100%. The obtained sun protection factor was 11.40 at the concentration of 6.25 mg/mL. The quality tests revealed small disturbances in the cream stability that can be solved by further research and improvement of the formulation. The pequi oil can be converted into a phytocosmetic of great commercial value.

Air drying of macauba fruits: maintaining oil quality for biodiesel production

Macauba fruits are oil-rich drupes with high moisture content at harvest. This feature can affect the chemical properties of the oil and increase the costs of biodiesel production. Therefore, it is necessary to adopt postharvest strategies to ensure oil quality. The aim of this work was to evaluate the effect of drying macauba fruit on the quality of the pulp oil. Husked and dehusked fruits were dried at 60°C and then stored. At 0, 15, 45, 100, and 180 days after storage, fruit samples were retrieved, and the oil from the pulp was evaluated for physicochemical parameters. The removal of the husk from the fruits considerably reduced the drying time compared to that of the husked fruits. Drying prevented deterioration of the fruit even after 180 days of storage, regardless of the presence of the husk. The drying process allowed for efficient storage of the macauba fruit while maintaining low levels of oil acidity. Furthermore, the oxidative stability of the pulp oil from the dehusked dried fruits lasted longer than that from the husked dried fruits. Therefore, drying is a viable alternative for the postharvest of macauba fruits to maintain the quality of the oil for biodiesel production.