Coconut
Desiccated Coconut is produced from matured coconuts. The white coconut meat is granulated into various desired cuts. Coconut is available as Macaroon, Medium, Flakes, Shreds, or Chips.
Product Specification for Unsweetened Desiccated Coconut
| Physical |
| A. |
Color |
White, free from yellow specks and other discoloration |
| B. |
Flavor |
Mild and sweet, no off flavors |
| Chemical |
| A. |
Moisture |
2.5% Max |
| B. |
Fat (Dry Basis) |
60% Min |
| C. |
Free Fatty Acid |
0.15% Max |
| D. |
Sulphites |
0 |
| Microbiological |
| A. |
Standard Plate Count |
5,000/gm Max |
| B. |
Coliform |
10/gm Max |
| C. |
Molds & Yeasts |
50/gm Max |
| D. |
Salmonella |
Negative |
| E. |
Staphcoagulase |
Negative |
| F. |
E. Coli |
Negative |
Nutritional Information
Serving Size: 1 ounce
Calories: 187
|
| Total Fat 18.3g |
28% |
| Saturated 16.2g |
81% |
| Cholesterol 0mg |
0% |
| Sodium 11mg |
0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 6.7g |
2% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.6g |
19% |
| Sugar 2.1g |
- |
| Protein 2g |
- |
| Potassium 154.2mg |
- |
| Calcium 7.4mg |
- |
|
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs. |
Packaging
Dried coconut should be stored in a cool (less than 75 degrees Fahrenheit) and dry (less than 65% RH) place. When properly stored, dried coconut has a shelf life of 12 months.
| Packing |
Case Dimension
L x W x H
(inches) |
Pallet size |
Net Weight/Gross Weight (lbs.) |
| 25 lbs. Carton |
14.5x14x15 |
- |
25/26 |
