TRISYL® XGE Catalyst

Consistently and confidently achieve glycidyl esters (GEs) regulatory standards while maximizing your refinery's productivity

For refiners of edible and specialty oils, compliance with strict regulatory standards is paramount -- total glycidol concentrations in some parts of the world are limited to below 1.0ppm for adult consumption and 0.5ppm for infant consumption. GEs are process induced contaminants suspected of being carcinogenic and mutagenic. They are formed at elevated temperatures during the refining process and must be removed prior to consumption.

However, current mitigation methods can be costly, inefficient and often miss compliance targets. Introducing TRISYL® XGE catalyst, Grace’s latest promoted silica technology, engineered to reduce GEs below regulatory limits, with no compromise to oil quality or organoleptic properties.

Introducing TRISYL® XGE Catalyst for Glycidyl Ester Reduction in Edible Oils

Introducing TRISYL® XGE Catalyst for Glycidyl Ester Reduction in Edible Oils

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Benefits of TRISYL® XGE Catalyst for GE reduction Compared to Alternative Methods

PROMOTION

Increase Refinery Productivity

Increase overall refinery capacity by up to 20% by eliminating secondary bleaching, deodorization and post-stripping steps
Reduce oil losses due to lower processing aid dosages
High GE reduction efficiency with physical refining; no need for chemical refining

PROMOTION

Improve Sustainability

Reduced energy and water consumption
Post-refining solid waste generated can be reduced by up to 95% compared to double bleaching, by eliminating the need for bleaching clay

PROMOTION

Maintain Edible Oil Integrity

Achieve total glycidol concentrations below detectable limits (AOCS Cd29b 13) to comply with GE regulations in select countries
No change in oil color or organoleptic properties
No increase in 3-MCPDs or trans fatty acids
No change in oil stability nor FFA profile

: TRISYL® XGE catalyst was evaluated for use in both triglyceride and ethyl ester types of consumable oils. GEs are present in all refined oils, but palm and marine oils are more likely to have GEs form at higher levels during the refining process.

: Glycidyl esters are process induced contaminants that are formed during the refining process and are suspected to be carcinogenic and mutagenic. Currently, EU Regulation 2023/915 sets maximum levels of total glycidol in various consumable oils.

: There are a variety of options – the process will depend on your specific refinery configuration. Typically, TRISYL® XGE catalyst is used after the deodorization step. Once the oil is refined, bleached, and deodorized, it is passed through a packed bed of TRISYL® XGE to reduce GEs. No further post-refining is required for GE removal.

: Grace has dedicated technical customer service (TCS) teams in all regions of the world with the ability to provide in-person support for pilot trials, commissioning of new commercial units, troubleshooting and more. Our team can also provide support during the annual change out of the catalyst, which is usually completed during other preventative maintenance or turnarounds. We partner with engineering firms around the world that can provide a range of support to help you successfully implement the technology.

: At this time, TRISYL® XGE is available only in select countries. Please contact Grace to discuss your specific needs.