Product description
Desiccated Coconut – Product Characteristics
Desiccated coconut is a natural product made from fresh coconut meat that has been grated, dried, and processed to achieve the desired particle size and moisture content.
Main Product Characteristics
- Natural product: Made from coconut meat, with no unnecessary additives.
- Color: White to creamy white.
- Taste and aroma: Characteristic fresh coconut taste and aroma.
- Texture: Available in various particle sizes, from fine to coarse.
- Moisture content: Typically around 2–4%, depending on the product specification.
- Fat content: Available in high-fat and reduced-fat grades, depending on the production process.
- Gluten-free: Naturally gluten-free, subject to appropriate cross-contamination controls.
- Shelf life: Depends on the fat content, packaging, storage conditions, and supplier specification.
Available Grades and Particle Sizes:
- Fine 65 % Premium
- Fine 50%
- Extra Fine 50%
- Chips Grade
- Reduced-fat desiccated coconut
Applications in the Food Industry
Desiccated coconut is widely used in the production of:
- Biscuits, cakes, pastries, and confectionery
- Chocolate products and pralines
- Cereal bars and breakfast products
- Bakery fillings and toppings
- Muesli and granola
- Desserts, snacks, and coconut-based products
- Retail-packed coconut products
- Industrial food preparations
Key Specifications for Industrial Buyers
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