Research Article

Biodiesel Production from Coriander (Arslan Variety) Seeds and Evaluation of Its Properties According to the EN 14214 Standard

Volume: 39 Number: 3 December 27, 2025
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Biodiesel Production from Coriander (Arslan Variety) Seeds and Evaluation of Its Properties According to the EN 14214 Standard

Abstract

The energy sector plays a critical role in various domains such as production, transportation, and agriculture. The environmental impacts and limited reserves of fossil fuels have accelerated the search for sustainable energy sources. In this context, biodiesel production from coriander (Coriandrum sativum L., Arslan variety) seeds has emerged as a promising, eco-friendly, and renewable energy alternative. In this study, coriander seed oil was converted into biodiesel using a single-step transesterification process, and its physicochemical properties were evaluated for compliance with the EN 14214 standard. The analyses revealed that the biodiesel’s density (0.8748 g cm-³), flash point (145°C), water content (54 mg kg-1), and copper strip corrosion test results (1a grade) were in accordance with the standards. Additionally, the cold filter plugging point (-14°C) demonstrated suitability for usage in cold climates. However, the kinematic viscosity (5.43 mm² s-1) exceeded the EN 14214 standard range (3.5–5.0 mm² s-1), suggesting that blending with diesel fuel is necessary to optimize engine efficiency and reduce emissions. As there is limited literature on the use of Arslan variety coriander seeds for biodiesel production, this study is expected to provide a novel perspective to the energy sector. The findings highlight the potential of coriander biodiesel as a sustainable and economically viable alternative. Biodiesel’s low emission values, biodegradability, and ability to reduce dependence on fossil fuels further underscore its importance as an eco-friendly energy source. Additionally, the bioactive properties of coriander, such as antibacterial and antifungal effects, offer ecological advantages. This study emphasizes the need for further exploration of diesel-biodiesel blends and their emission profiles to enhance the practical applications of coriander biodiesel in the energy sector.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Agricultural Machine Systems, Agricultural Energy Systems

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

December 27, 2025

Submission Date

May 20, 2025

Acceptance Date

October 23, 2025

Published in Issue

Year 2025 Volume: 39 Number: 3

APA
Şahin, S., Kartaloğlu, N., Eryılmaz, T., Uskutoğlu, T., & Coşge Şenkal, B. (2025). Biodiesel Production from Coriander (Arslan Variety) Seeds and Evaluation of Its Properties According to the EN 14214 Standard. Selcuk Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences, 39(3), 588-595. https://doi.org/10.15316/selcukjafsci.1703034
AMA
1.Şahin S, Kartaloğlu N, Eryılmaz T, Uskutoğlu T, Coşge Şenkal B. Biodiesel Production from Coriander (Arslan Variety) Seeds and Evaluation of Its Properties According to the EN 14214 Standard. Selcuk J Agr Food Sci. 2025;39(3):588-595. doi:10.15316/selcukjafsci.1703034
Chicago
Şahin, Seda, Nurullah Kartaloğlu, Tanzer Eryılmaz, Tansu Uskutoğlu, and Belgin Coşge Şenkal. 2025. “Biodiesel Production from Coriander (Arslan Variety) Seeds and Evaluation of Its Properties According to the EN 14214 Standard”. Selcuk Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences 39 (3): 588-95. https://doi.org/10.15316/selcukjafsci.1703034.
EndNote
Şahin S, Kartaloğlu N, Eryılmaz T, Uskutoğlu T, Coşge Şenkal B (December 1, 2025) Biodiesel Production from Coriander (Arslan Variety) Seeds and Evaluation of Its Properties According to the EN 14214 Standard. Selcuk Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences 39 3 588–595.
IEEE
[1]S. Şahin, N. Kartaloğlu, T. Eryılmaz, T. Uskutoğlu, and B. Coşge Şenkal, “Biodiesel Production from Coriander (Arslan Variety) Seeds and Evaluation of Its Properties According to the EN 14214 Standard”, Selcuk J Agr Food Sci, vol. 39, no. 3, pp. 588–595, Dec. 2025, doi: 10.15316/selcukjafsci.1703034.
ISNAD
Şahin, Seda - Kartaloğlu, Nurullah - Eryılmaz, Tanzer - Uskutoğlu, Tansu - Coşge Şenkal, Belgin. “Biodiesel Production from Coriander (Arslan Variety) Seeds and Evaluation of Its Properties According to the EN 14214 Standard”. Selcuk Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences 39/3 (December 1, 2025): 588-595. https://doi.org/10.15316/selcukjafsci.1703034.
JAMA
1.Şahin S, Kartaloğlu N, Eryılmaz T, Uskutoğlu T, Coşge Şenkal B. Biodiesel Production from Coriander (Arslan Variety) Seeds and Evaluation of Its Properties According to the EN 14214 Standard. Selcuk J Agr Food Sci. 2025;39:588–595.
MLA
Şahin, Seda, et al. “Biodiesel Production from Coriander (Arslan Variety) Seeds and Evaluation of Its Properties According to the EN 14214 Standard”. Selcuk Journal of Agriculture and Food Sciences, vol. 39, no. 3, Dec. 2025, pp. 588-95, doi:10.15316/selcukjafsci.1703034.
Vancouver
1.Seda Şahin, Nurullah Kartaloğlu, Tanzer Eryılmaz, Tansu Uskutoğlu, Belgin Coşge Şenkal. Biodiesel Production from Coriander (Arslan Variety) Seeds and Evaluation of Its Properties According to the EN 14214 Standard. Selcuk J Agr Food Sci. 2025 Dec. 1;39(3):588-95. doi:10.15316/selcukjafsci.1703034

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