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Dried sections of the meat of the coconut, the kernel of the fruit of the coconut palm (Cocos nucifera). Copra is valued for the coconut oil extracted from it and for the resulting residue, coconut-oil cake, which is used mostly for livestock feed

ICC QUALITY STANDARD FOR COPRA

1. Scope
    This Standard applies for copra.


2. References
    - SNI (Indonesia National Standard) 01-3946-1995
    - PNS (Philippine National Standard)/BAFPS
    - MS (Malaysian Standard) 235:1986
    - TIS (Thailand Coconut Industrial Standard) 269-1978

3. Description
           3.1. Definition Copra is the dried kernel of coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) by sun drying, direct drying (smoking), kiln drying, or other drying methods.
           3.2. Classification
           Copra is classified into 3 grades:
           3.2.1. Grade A (Superior - edible Copra)
           3.2.2 Grade B (Good quality- export)
           3.2.3. Grade C (Fair quality)

4. Essential Composition and Quality Factors of Copra

Parameter Grade A Grade B Grade C
Moisture (%) Max 6 Max 8 Max 13.90
Oil (%) Min 60 Min 58 Min 55
Free Fatty Acid (%) Max 1 Max 4 Max 5
Color of Meat Clean, white to pale yellow Brown to dark brown Brown to dark brown
Aflatoxin related Mould (ppb) 0 Max 10 Max 15
Foreign Matters (%) Max 0.5 Max 1 Max 2
Wrinkled/Inferior Kernel (%) 0 Max 10 Max 15


5. Food Additives
    None permitted

6. Hygiene
    It is recommended that the product covered by the provisions of this standard shall be in accordance with the appropriate sections of the General  Principles of Food Hygiene recommended by the CODEX Alimentarius Commission (CAC/RCP 1-1969, Rev. 4-2003).


7. Labelling and Packaging
    It is recommended that the process of labelling and packaging of the product covered by the provisions of this standard shall be in accordance with the      appropriate sections of the General Standard for the Labelling of Prepackaged Foods (CODEX STAN 1 – 1985, Rev. 6 - 2008).

8. Methods of Analysis and Sampling
    8.1. Moisture content : Gravimetry
    8.2. Oil content : Soxhlet extraction
    8.3. Free fatty acid content : Titrimetry
    8.4. Foreign matters, mould, wrinkles and color of meat: Visual

 

  1. Good for heart disease
    The quantity of coconut oil found in copra flesh can enhance beneficial HDL cholesterol and lower harmful LDL cholesterol in the body, consequently decreasing the likelihood of cardiovascular diseases.
  2. Good for diabetes
    Due to its insoluble fiber, copra becomes a food that enhances fullness and aids in successful weight management. Furthermore, the MCT fat present in copra assists in the burning of calories and body fat.
  3. Helps digestive system
    The fiber in the copra contributes to an increase in the amount of stool, helping to eliminate waste products more quickly, thereby supporting intestinal regulation and keeping the digestive system healthy.
  4. Stabilizing blood glucose
    Elements present in copra not only lower blood sugar levels but also alter the properties of gut microorganisms, aiding the body in better blood sugar regulation. Furthermore, incorporating copra into one's diet has demonstrated effects on the body weight of individuals with normal health.
  5. Boost immunity
    Copra, rich in antioxidants and the mineral manganese, fortifies the immune system and notably diminishes inflammation. Moreover, the MCT fat within coconut meat displays potent antifungal, antiviral properties, effectively combating various cancer cells, including those related to bowel, skin, and breast cancers.
  6. Aids brain function
    The medium-chain triglycerides in coconut oil, also known as copra, provide an alternative glucose source, aiding individuals with memory impairment or brain function issues, often associated with Alzheimer's disease

Source : https://cocohitech.com/top-amazing-uses-of-coconut-copra/

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