Desiccated coconut, sometimes referred to as Coconut Powder, is a dehydrated form of white coconut meat from freshly selected mature coconut kernels. It is prepared from substantially sound white kernel obtained from the whole nut of coconut (Cocos nucifera). Desiccated coconuts have to be processed in an appropriate manner, undergoing operations such as de-husking (the removal of the husk, leaving the shell intact), hatcheting (the removal of the shell), paring (the removal of the brown skin around the kernel), washing, comminuting, drying (to humidity level below 3%) and sifting. They can be produced without oil extraction or with partial oil extraction by appropriate physical means. Preservatives are allowed for use in production of desiccated coconuts and the most common in practice is sulphur dioxide. Also citric acid is allowed for use as the antioxidant. Table 1: Combined Nomenclature code for desiccated coconuts Number Product 080111 Coconuts, desiccated Product Specification Quality For detailed standard quality requirements please refer to Codex Alimentarius Standard for Desiccated Coconut The basic quality requirements for desiccated coconuts are: Colour: natural white to light creamy Texture: free-flowing and free from yellow specks Flavour: distinctive coconut flavour without off-flavours due to deterioration or absorption of extraneous substances. Odour: The odour shall be characteristic of the product, shall not be mouldy, cheesy, smoky, fermented or rancid, and shall not possess any undesirable odour. Oil content: According to the oil content, desiccated coconuts are in trade practice commonly divided into 2 categories: 1. High fat Desiccated Coconut (sometimes referred as 'full fat') with equal or more than 60% m/m of oil. It is dehydrated form of white coconut meat from freshly selected mature kernels. 2. Low fat Desiccated Coconut with less than 60% m/m of oil. It is a dehydrated form of white coconut meat after extraction of the Coconut milk. The fat content of this product can vary but is usually in the range of 45% - 55%. Additional quality requirements
- Fat content: 25-65% - Free Fatty Acid: 0.3% max - Moisture: 3% max - Residue SO2: 50ppm max
Color: Natural White Flavor: Mild and sweet coconut taste with no off-flavor Fat content: 60 - 65 % min SO2 residual: 100 ppm max FFA: 0.3% max (as lauric acid) Moisture : 5.0% max E.coli: Negative Salmonella: Negative Port of loading: Ho Chi Minh Port, Viet Nam
1. Color: White 2. Size Mix 0.5 mm till 7 mm 3. Moisture 4% 4. Salminella Negative
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Specifications for Desiccated Coconut: - Moisture : 3% max - FFA (Free fatty acid as lauric) : 0.5% max - 2 types: High fat: 62% min, Low Fat: 32-34% - Size: Fine: 1-3mm, medium grade: 3-5mm - Color: Natural white color of coconut. - Free from Salmonella and Ecoli. - Packing : 50/25/10 kgs or 7 kgs 9 kgs on PP bag. - Minimum Order Size and Packgaing details: 14Mt/cont 20ft
Origin: Vietnam
Origin: Vietnam
Desiccated coconut is coconut meat which has been shredded or flaked and then dried to remove as much moisture as possible. There are a number of different styles of desiccated coconut used around the world, and availability of this coconut product varies, depending on the region where one is shopping. If desiccated coconut is not available, regular dried coconut can be used as a replacement, although dried content tends to have higher moisture content, despite the "dried" in the name. One of the most common forms of desiccated coconut is an unsweetened, very powdery product which is produced by drying shredded coconut and then grinding the shreds. It is also possible to find coarser desiccated coconut, such as desiccated shreds and even flakes of coconut. Many producers also make sweetened versions. The label should clearly specify whether or not the coconut has been sweetened. Desiccated Coconut Powder is obtained by drying ground or shredded coconut kernel after the removal of brown testa. It finds extensive use in confectioneries, puddings and many other food preparations as a substitute to raw grated coconut.
