Analysis of the Chemical Content of Coconut Husk as a Raw Material for Furfural Production

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Published Aug 24, 2025
https://doi.org/10.55043/jaast.v9i3.393
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Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): Journal of Applied Agricultural Science and Technology

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Dewi Arziyah
Andalas University
Anwar Kasim
Andalas University
Alfi Asben
Andalas University
Munzir Busniah
Andalas University

Abstract

Coconut-based production generates waste such as coconut husk, which contains up to 35% lignocellulose—a valuable raw material for furfural production. This study aimed to determine the impact of coconut maturity level and coconut husk section on the lignocellulose content in coconut husk. This study used a randomized group design with two factors: coconut maturity level and coconut husk section. The variables observed were moisture, extractive, cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin contents. Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was performed for data analysis, followed by Duncan's Multiple Range Test (DMRT). The coconut fruits used were immature and mature ones. This study analyzed the husk at the proximal end, equator, and distal end of the coconut fruit. The results show significant effects of coconut maturity level on the chemical composition of coconut husk at the three sections of the coconut, indicating coconut husk’s potential as a raw material for furfural production.

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Author Biographies

Dewi Arziyah, Andalas University

Doctoral Program in Agricultural Science, Agriculture Faculty

Anwar Kasim, Andalas University

Department of Agricultural Industrial Technology, Agricultural Technology Faculty

Alfi Asben, Andalas University

Department of Agricultural Industrial Technology, Agricultural Technology Faculty

Munzir Busniah, Andalas University

Department of Agrotechnology, Agriculture Faculty

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Arziyah D, Kasim A, Asben A, Busniah M. Analysis of the Chemical Content of Coconut Husk as a Raw Material for Furfural Production. J. appl. agricultural sci. technol. [Internet]. 2025Aug.24 [cited 2025Aug.28];9(3):413-24. Available from: https://www.jaast.org/index.php/jaast/article/view/393

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