THE POTENTIAL USE OF BEEF TALLOW FOR BIODIESEL PRODUCTION IN BRAZIL

Biodiesel has been presented worldwide as a viable alternative to petroleum-based fuels. In 2018, the main raw materials in this Brazilian sector was soybean (70.52%) and beef tallow (13.4%). The mandatory biodiesel-diesel blend is currently 10% (B10), but B20 estimated for 2030. Additionally, National Program Production Use of (PNPB) intends promote diversification energy matrix, where - residue production increasing importance. Brazil presents global largest commercial producer exporter. Then, use would allow expansion biodiesel without fuel x food competition provide nobler than disposal it. sense, article analyzes, through review, potential Brazil. This material price, quantity quality generating specifications required by regulatory agencies. Therefore, experience can be useful other countries.