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Used Cooking Oil (UCO)

Used Cooking Oil (UCO) is a waste-based feedstock for biodiesel and HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) production. Equilex sources ISCC-certified UCO from European collection networks, providing sustainable feedstock that qualifies for double-counting under RED II renewable energy targets.
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  • Synonyms: UCO, Waste cooking oil, Used vegetable oil, Recovered cooking oil
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Equilex is a trusted European supplier of used cooking oil (UCO), providing ISCC-certified waste feedstock to biodiesel producers and renewable diesel refineries across Europe.

Applications of UCO

  • Biodiesel Production: Feedstock for FAME biodiesel via transesterification
  • HVO/Renewable Diesel: Feedstock for hydrotreated vegetable oil production
  • Sustainable Aviation Fuel: Eligible feedstock for bio-jet fuel via HEFA pathway

Why Choose Equilex for UCO?

  • ISCC EU Certification: Full chain-of-custody ensuring RED II compliance
  • European Collection Network: Reliable sourcing across Western and Central Europe
  • Quality Assurance: Pre-shipment analysis including FFA, moisture, impurities
  • Regulatory Expertise: Support for RED II compliance and carbon intensity calculations
  • Physical & Chemical Properties:
    • Appearance: Clear liquid
    • Form: Liquid
    • Purity: Industrial grade
    • Storage: Cool, dry place

Common questions about Used Cooking Oil (UCO)

What is UCO used for?

UCO is primarily used as a feedstock for biodiesel production via transesterification and for HVO (renewable diesel) via hydrotreatment. It’s a waste-based alternative to virgin vegetable oils, offering lower cost and sustainability benefits.

UCO qualifies for double-counting under EU RED II Directive (counts twice toward renewable energy targets). As a waste feedstock, it doesn’t compete with food production and offers superior carbon savings compared to crop-based oils.

Key parameters include free fatty acid (FFA) content, moisture, impurities (sediment), and phosphorus. Lower FFA (<5%) is preferred for biodiesel but higher FFA UCO can be used for HVO. We provide full specification analysis with each batch.

Yes, we supply ISCC EU-certified UCO with full chain-of-custody documentation. This certification ensures traceability, sustainability criteria compliance, and eligibility for RED II incentives including double-counting benefits.

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