Analisis Kadar Asam Lemak Bebas pada Palm Oil Mill Effluent (POME) dengan Menggunakan Metode Titrasi Alkalimetri Dibalai Laboratorium Bea dan Cukai Medan

Abstract

Analysis for determining Free Fatty Acid levels has been carried out at the Medan Customs and Excise Laboratory Hall. This research aims to determine the levels of free fatty acids in Palm Oil Mill Effluent (POME). Determination of free fatty acid levels in POME uses the alkalimetric titration method, which is a quantitative chemical analysis method using a NaOH solution of known concentration. In the analysis carried out, the free fatty acid content in POME A had an average of 28.28%, in POME B it had an average of 35.58%, and in POME C it had an average of 26.98%. The free fatty acid levels in POME A and B have met laboratory quality standards, while in POME C they have not met laboratory quality standards. Based on the quality standards of the Customs and Excise Laboratory, the average free fatty acid content in POME is 28-35%. So it can be concluded that the free fatty acid levels in (POME A and B) have met good quality standards, while in (POME C) they do not meet laboratory quality standards so further testing needs to be carried out in accordance with the free fatty acid content values according to quality standards. Medan Customs and Excise Laboratory.