Product Name: Desiccated Coconut (Powder, Flakes, Chips)
Botanical Name: Cocos nucifera
Family: Arecaceae
Part Used: White kernel (Edible part of coconut)
Origin: India
Description: Desiccated coconut is finely grated or shredded coconut that is dried to remove moisture. Available in powder, flakes, and chip forms, it is widely used in bakery products, confectionery, desserts, and culinary applications.
Key Features: Dried, grated/shredded coconut, available as powder, flakes, or chips, originating from India.
100% Desiccated Coconut (Cocos nucifera)
| Parameter | Powder | Flakes | Chips |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Fine granular texture | Thin shredded strips | Thin shredded strips |
| Color | White to off-white | White to off-white | White to off-white |
| Odor | Characteristic, fresh coconut aroma | Same as powder | Same as powder |
| Flavor | Natural, slightly sweet | Natural, slightly sweet | Natural, slightly sweet |
| Purity | ≥ 99% | ≥ 99% | ≥ 99% |
| Foreign Matter | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.5% |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 3% | ≤ 3% | ≤ 3% |
| Particle Size | 0.5–2 mm | 2–4 mm (irregular) | 5–15 mm (uniform) |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Oil Content | 60–65% |
| Protein Content | 5–7% |
| Carbohydrate Content | 20–25% |
| Ash Content | ≤ 3% |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | ≤ 0.3% |
| Free Fatty Acids (FFA) | ≤ 0.2% |
| Microbial Load | ≤ Compliant with food safety standards |
| Pesticide Residue | As per international standards |
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