oleochemistry; oil and fat chemistry
Technical field dealing with the chemistry of oils and fats. Used in academic and industrial contexts.
He is majoring in oleochemistry at university.
Research in oil and fat chemistry contributes to the development of biodiesel fuel.
Refers to oils and fats themselves, while 油脂化学 is the scientific study of them.
General term for chemistry; 油脂化学 is a specialized branch.
Compound of 油脂 (yushi, 'oils and fats') and 化学 (kagaku, 'chemistry').