Influence of Biotransformation of Moringa oleifera Lam. Oil for Oleochemicals, Food, Pharmaceuthical Applications, and Antimicrobial Activity

Abstract

This study explores the biotransformation of Moringa oleifera Lam. oil using Eversa® Transform 2.0 (E.T. 2.0) lipase immobilized on an organic support derived from moringa residue. In the first reaction step—hydrolysis—the formation of free fatty acids (FFAs) reached approximately 50%, followed by esterification, which achieved a conversion rate of nearly 90%. The resulting bioproducts (oil, FFAs, and esters) were evaluated for antimicrobial activity, demonstrating efficacy against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria and yeasts. These findings underscore the significance of biocatalysis in enhancing the bioactivity and application potential of oleochemical derivatives obtained from Moringa oleifera Lam. oil.