Desiccatedcoconut is the shredded white meat of the coconutfrom which moisture is extracted. It is produced fromfresh matured coconuts and is available in differentcuts depending on how it is processed. DesiccatedCoconuts are graded by their cutting size(fine gradeand medium grade). Desiccated Coconutis perfect for use by various industries that requirethe natural exotic taste of coconut. DesiccatedCoconut is ideal for use as fillers, toppings, andingredients, especially in the baking of biscuits,snack bars, cakes, cookies, and so on.
The value ofDesiccated Coconut lies in the fat content.Desiccated Coconut is categorized intofull-fat (high fat) orreduced-fat (low fat). “High FatDesiccated Coconut” has a minimum of 60%fat, any lesser is a reduced fat Desiccated Coconut.Generally, DC is considered a full-fat product.However, a partially defatted product, which is theby-product after extraction of the milk, is alsoavailable and commonly termed “Low FatDesiccated Coconut”. The fat content ofthis product can vary but is usually in the range of45% – 55% is a reduced fat Desiccated Coconut.
DC in thestandard cut sizes of Fine andMedium is widelyused in the Confectionery and Bakerytrades astoppings for cakes and pastries; fillers for candybars; chocolates, etc.
Color
Natural white
Flavor
Mild & sweet characteristic of Coconut
Moisturise Content
±3%
PH
6.1 – 6.7
Residual SO2
No detection (<5) or 50ppm max
Shelf Life
12 Months
Fat Content
65% ±3% (High Fat)
Granulation
Mesh No.16 (1% –14%)
Mesh No.20 (8% –30%)
Mesh No.30 (10% –65%)
Pan (31% –85%)
Fat Content
65% ±3% (High Fat)
45% – 55% (Low Fat)
Granulation
Mesh No.14 (1% –10%)
Mesh No.16 (13% –26%)
Mesh No.20 (34% –47%)
Mesh No.30 (21% –33%)
Pan (2% –12%)
