Apricot kernel shell was utilized as a potential feedstock to produce bio-oil.
The maximum bio-oil yield was obtained as 26.3% at optimum conditions.
The bio-oil has an empirical formula of CH1.53O0.31N0.01, H/C atomic ratio of 1.53.
The heating value of the bio-oil is 27.19 MJ/kg.
The BET surface area of char was determined as 195 m2/g.