Lampante
Lampante olive oil is a type of olive oil that is not suitable for human consumption due to its high acidity. It is usually used for industrial purposes, such as in the production of soaps and detergents. The name "lampante" comes from the Italian word for "lamp," which is what this type of oil was traditionally used for. Lampante olive oil has a very strong flavor and smell, which makes it unsuitable for use in cooking. It is also very unstable and has a tendency to go rancid quickly.
Lampante olive oil is not regulated by the European Union, so there is no minimum acidity level that it must meet. However, most lampante oils have an acidity level of around 3-4%. This high acidity makes them very corrosive and can cause damage to metal surfaces. Because of its high acidity, lampante oil is not safe for human consumption. It can cause digestive problems and is also known to be carcinogenic. However, it is sometimes used in the production of soaps and detergents, where its strong flavor and smell are not a problem.
Lampante is traditional Italian olive oil, made from unripe or partially ripe olives. It has a strong, pungent flavor and high acidity. Lampante is not typically consumed as a table oil but is instead used for cooking or frying. It can also be used as a fuel oil in lamps and lanterns. Lampante oil is sometimes used in the production of soap or cosmetic products. Lampante is a type of olive oil that is not suitable for human consumption because it has a high acidity level. It is usually used for industrial purposes or as fuel oil. Lampante is olive oil with strong flavors and a pungent aroma. It is made from olives that are not fully ripe and have a high acidity level. This type of oil is not typically used for cooking, but rather for dipping or as a dressing. Lampante has a bitter taste and can be harsh on the throat. It is also known to cause indigestion.
Lampante oil is usually made from a blend of different types of olives, including bitter and pungent varieties. The oil has a strong flavor and aroma and is often used in cooking or baking. It is also sometimes used as a massage oil. Lampante oil has a high smoke point, making it a good choice for cooking. It is also relatively affordable, making it a popular choice for home cooks. However, because of its high acidity level, lampante oil should not be consumed by humans. Instead, it can be used in sauces, dips, and dressings. It can also be used to make soap or candles.
Global lampante production
Global production of lampante (low-quality) olive oil is forecast to reach 2.63 million metric tons (MMT) in the 2016/17 season, up slightly from 2.62 MMT in the 2015/16 season. The majority of the world's lampante production takes place in Europe, which is expected to account for approximately 2.27 MMT in the 2016/17 season, up slightly from 2.25 MMT in the 2015/16 season. The largest producers of lampante are Italy and Spain, which are forecast to produce 1.65 MMT and 0.56 MMT, respectively, in the 2016/17 season.
Other major producers of lampante include Greece, Portugal, and Tunisia. Global production of edible olive oil is forecast to reach 4.21 MMT in the 2016/17 season, up slightly from 4.20 MMT in the 2015/16 season. Edible olive oil includes both Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) and Virgin Olive Oil (VOO).
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) is the highest quality olive oil and is made from purely cold-pressed olives. It has a free acidity of less than 0.8% and a peroxide value of less than 20. Virgin Olive Oil (VOO) is also made from cold-pressed olives but has a free acidity of between 0.8% and 2.0% and a peroxide value of less than 20. The majority of the world's edible olive oil production takes place in Europe, which is expected to account for approximately 3.75 MMT in the 2016/17 season, up slightly from 3.74 MMT in the 2015/16 season.
The largest producers of edible olive oil are Italy, Spain, and Greece, which are forecast to produce 1.61 MMT, 1.19 MMT, and 0.75 MMT, respectively, in the 2016/17 season. Other major producers of edible olive oil include Tunisia, Morocco, Turkey, Syria, and Portugal. The global production of olive pomace oil is forecast to reach 0.50 MMT in the 2016/17 season, up slightly from 0.49 MMT in the 2015/16 season.