RBD Coconut Oil

Product Description

RBD Coconut Oil, or Refined, Bleached, and Deodorized Coconut Oil, is a highly processed form of coconut oil that undergoes a series of refining steps to make it suitable for various applications. Here is a comprehensive overview:

1. Processing Steps:

• Refining: The crude coconut oil is treated to remove impurities such as debris and free fatty acids. This can involve methods like filtration or settling.
• Bleaching: The oil is then bleached to remove color and remaining impurities. This is often done by using activated carbon or clay.
• Deodorizing: To eliminate odors and flavors, the oil is deodorized. Steam is usually passed through the oil at high temperatures and under a vacuum to remove volatile compounds.

2. Physical Characteristics:

• Color: RBD coconut oil is typically clear and colorless or very pale yellow after processing.
• Texture: It is liquid at room temperature but solidifies at cooler temperatures.
• Odor and Taste: RBD coconut oil has a neutral aroma and flavor, devoid of the characteristic coconut scent and taste.

3. Benefits and Uses:

• Cooking: RBD coconut oil has a high smoke point, making it suitable for frying, baking, and sauting without imparting a coconut flavor to the food.
• Food Industry: It is widely used in the food industry for products like snacks, baked goods, and processed foods.
• Cosmetics and Personal Care: RBD coconut oil is used in cosmetics, lotions, soaps, and hair care products due to its moisturizing properties.
• Industrial Uses: It finds applications in industrial lubricants and biofuel production.

4. Storage and Shelf Life:

• RBD coconut oil has a long shelf life due to the refining process, which removes impurities that can cause spoilage. It should be stored in a cool, dark place to maintain its quality.

5. Considerations:

• While RBD coconut oil is versatile, it lacks some of the nutritional elements present in unrefined or virgin coconut oil due to the refining process.

These results are observed upon testing samples at our in-house laboratory using test procedure as per BIS.

Certificate of Analysis obtained by testing our sample in an external NABL accredited laboratory.