Copra(or) Dry Coconut is a coconut endosperm separated from the shell and husk. It consists of a white and fleshy edible portion of the seed with an outer brown skin, which is divided into two sections and then dried to a specified moisture level. We are engaged in the supply of dried coconuts in India and abroad.

 

Copra is the dried meat, or kernel, of the coconut. Coconut oil extracted from it has made copra an important agricultural commodity for many coconut producing countries. It also yields coconut cake which is mainly used as feed for livestock.

 

Copra has traditionally been grated and ground, then boiled in water to extract coconut oil. It was long used by pacific island cultures and became a valuable commercial product for merchants in the south seas and South Asia. Nowadays, the process of coconut oil extraction is done by crushing copra to produce coconut oil (70%); the by-product is known as copra cake or copra meal (30%). Once the oil is extracted, the remaining coconut cake is 18-25% protein but contains so much dietary fibre it can not be eaten in large quantities by humans. Instead, it is normally fed to ruminants.

 

Halved nuts are drained of water, and left with the meat facing the sky; they can be washed to remove mold creating contaminants. After two days, the meat can be removed from the shell with ease, and the drying process is complete after three to five more days (up to seven total). Sun drying is often combined with kiln drying, eight hours of exposure to sunlight means the time spent in a kiln can be reduced by a day and the hot air the shells are exposed to in the kiln is more easily able to remove the remaining moisture. This process can also be reversed, partially drying the copra in the kiln and finishing the process with sunlight. There are advantages and disadvantages to both — starting with sun drying requires careful inspection to avoid contamination with mold while starting with kiln-drying can harden the meat and prevent it from drying out completely in the sun. In India, small but whole coconuts can be dried over the course of eight months to a year, and the meat inside removed and sold as a whole ball. Meat prepared in this fashion is sweet, soft, oily and is cream-colored instead of being white. Coconut meat can be dried using direct heat and smoke from a fire, using simple racks to suspend the coconut over the fire. The smoke residue can help preserve the half-dried meat but the process overall suffers from unpredictable results and the risk of fires.

 

Copra meal is used as fodder for horses and cattle. Its high oil levels and protein are fattening for stock. The protein in copra meal has been heat treated and provides a source of high quality protein for cattle, sheep and deer, because it does not break down in the rumen.

 

Coconut oil can be extracted using either mechanical expellers, or solvents (hexane). Mechanical expelled copra meal is of higher feeding value, because it contains typically 8-12 % oil, whereas the solvent extracted copra meal contains only 2-4 % oil. Premium quality copra meal can also contain 20-22% crude protein, and<20 ppb aflatoxin.

 

High quality copra meal contains  <12%  non-structural carbohydrate (NSC) which makes this product well suited for feeding to all horses that are prone to ulcers, insulin resistance, colic, tying up, and acidosis.

 

Copra is sun-dried or dried using special copra dryers and is available in the following forms.

 

Name	Use
Edible copra	Dry Coconut (or) Edible Copra is typically a fine, well-finished half cup of coconut kernel and is used in a variety of food preparations as well as a tasty nut.
Milling copra	Milling copra consists of non-uniform dried pieces of coconut which are primarily used in the manufacture of coconut oil.
Ball copra	Ball Copra is typically the fine, well-dried whole of the coconut kernel and is used in a number of food preparations as well as in a tasty nut.

Parameters	Edible copra	Milling or half cut copra	Ball Copra
Moisture	5% max	5% max	5% max
Broken, Wrinkled or Germinated cups	1% max	–	1% max
Mouldy Cups	–	2% max	–
Discolored	2% max	–	2% max
Cups	–	–	–
Oil Content	65% min	65% min	65% min
Free Fatty Acid	0.3% max	0.3% max	0.3% max
Crude Proteins	–	–	–
Crude Fiber	–	–	–
Fat	–	–	–

Specifications of Dry White Coconut Copra

Name of the Product	Natural Indian Dry White Coconut Copra
Source	Western Ghats of Tamizh Nadu
Status	Natural
Product Type	Clean Dry White Coconut Copra
Material	Coconut
Style	Dried
Taste	Sweet Oily
Colour	White Brown
Maturity	Matured
Drying process	Sun drying
Hygiene	To the extent possible in Good Manufacturing Practice, the product shall be free from objectionable matter such as fungi spores, soil, stains (chemical), among others.
Weight	Approximately 500gm to 650gm per coconut
Max. moisture	5%-7%
Texture	Hard
Form	Solid
Storage Temperature	N.A – Dry
Optimum Relative Humidity	N.A.
Insect Damage	Negative
Mouldy	Negative
Self-life	………… days from the date of packing
Applications	Commercial, industrial and household use

Nutritional Content Per 100 Gram

Energy	354 Kcal
Dietary Fiber	9 g
Calcium	14 mg
Phosphorus	98 mg
Calories	359
Vitamin C	2 mg
Iron	2.0mg
Fat	Max 60%
FFA as Lauric	Max 0.3%
Protein	3.4 gm

Fresh coconut meat provides iron, potassium, protein and 346 calories per 3.5 ounces serving. The coconut contains saturated fat, quite unusual for fruits and vegetables. Coconut meat is used for preparing variety of spicy as well as sweet dishes.

 

Benefits :

• Useful in making various food products
• Used for medical purpose
• Add unique aroma to various dishes
• High in flavonoids
• Freshness can be retained for a longer period of time
• High nutritional value
• Rich in taste
• Free of chemicals and preservatives

 

Mycotoxins

Product is routinely checked for Aflatoxin and Ochratoxin and it complies with the regulations of the destination country.

 

GM declaration

To the best of our knowledge this product is non-GM and does not contain GM processing agents. This has been verified by organic certification and by traceability/identity preservation systems including adequate separation.

 

Allergens statement

Free of any known Allergens.

 

Shelf life

Semi Husked Coconuts can be stored for 3 months.  To maintain the product in best condition it is advisable to protect it from exposure to pests and extremes of moisture, light and temperature.

 

Product packaging

Jute & PP Bags or as per customer requirements. Other options can be suggested. Any other mandatory requirements will be complying to the respective regulations of the destination country.

– Shipping less than 10 days using Jute Bags

– Shipping more than 10 days using PP Bags

 

Health Benefits

Coconut is a tropical fruit that is rich in protein. The meat of the coconut is very good in destroying intestinal parasites that we get from eating infected food. Coconut water is good for kidney and urinary bladder problems. Fresh coconut meat provides iron, potassium, protein and 346 calories per 3.5 ounce serving. The coconut contains saturated fat, quite unusual for fruits and vegetables. Coconut meat is used for preparing variety of spicy as well as sweet dishes.

High protein content
Destroys intestinal parasites
Good for kidney and urinary bladder problems
Lowers arterial pressure
Normalises the intestinal function and raises metabolism
Relieves spasms and stomach pain
Heals damage induced by antibiotics and toxins in the digestive tract
Rehydrates naturally

 

Quality Assurance

• Our coconuts undergo rigorous quality checks, adhering to international standards and regulations.
• Freshness and quality are maintained from harvest to packaging to ensure customer satisfaction.

 

Special remarks

The content of this specification is based on typical information for this product and results obtained from our own due diligence sampling, assessment, and testing protocols, in addition to any testing/sampling that has been undertaken by our supplier.

 

However, due to the nature of this product, which is not completely homogenous, test results are indicative / referral and may not be entirely representative of the product throughout the lot. In addition, the content of this Specification does not confirm or ensure that the product is safe for all intended uses.

 

Our quality and technical documentation does not relieve the customer of their responsibilities to check that the goods supplied are suitable and considered safe for their intended use before purchase. The data provided is for information only.

 

Any other mandatory requirements will be complying to the respective regulations of the destination country.

 

GENERAL DISCLAIMER

The information provided in this Product Specification Sheet relates only to the specific product designated and may not be applicable when such product is used in combination with other materials or in any process. Analytical criteria are tested either on each batch or monitored or guaranteed, based on the Product Risk Analysis. For each batch, the status of the analysis may be indicated in the Certificate of Analysis. All information and instructions provided in this Product Specification Sheet are based on the current state of our knowledge at the latest revision date indicated. Typical values are made available to the purchaser on an informational basis. No warranty, whether expressed or implied, or guarantee of those values is intended or implied. The ultimate use of this Product in any finished product is the responsibility of the purchaser. This Product may have restrictions with respect to its use and/or usage levels, and such may vary on a country-by-country basis. The purchaser is responsible for its use of the Product and for its finished product, and that any claims made regarding its use of the Product and/or the finished product comply with applicable laws and regulations.

 

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