Coconut Oil

Questions & Answers for Coconut Oil

What is the price of coconut oil in India?

You can purchase coconut oil at a minimum price of Rs 200-500 per kilogram. The price may increase as per the type, quality, application, processing type brand, etc. of the oil. 

At what minimum price can I purchase 1 litre of coconut oil from the market?

You can purchase 1 litre of coconut oil at a minimum price of Rs 220-230. The price may vary as per the type, application, brand, etc.

What is the shelf life of coconut oil?

Coconut oil has an infinite shelf life. Usually, the oil is available with a shelf life of 1 year, 15 months, 2 years, or more. The shelf life varies as per the processing techniques used for coconut oil.

What are the types of coconut oil available based on processing type?

The types of coconut oil available based on processing type are refined coconut oil, virgin coconut oil, blended coconut oil, crude coconut oil, expeller-pressed coconut oil, hydrogenated coconut oil, etc.

What are the common types of coconut oil available in the market?

The common types of coconut oil available in the market are monosaturated coconut oil, monounsaturated coconut oil, and poly saturated coconut oil.

What are the different applications of coconut oil?

Coconut oil is used for cooking purposes and producing various ointments, medicines, cosmetic products, personal care products, skin care & hair care products, etc.

What are the packaging types available for coconut oil?

Coconut oil is made available in various packaging types such as glass bottles, Manson jars, plastic jars, vacuum packs, etc. 

What are the packaging sizes available for coconut oil?

The packaging sizes of coconut oil are 50 gm, 100 gm, 200 gm, 500 gm,1 kg, 2 kg, etc. 

Why coconut oil is so popular?

Coconut oil is very popular in India. Some of the amazing benefits of coconut oil are as follows:

• Provide protection to your skin from UV rays
• Increase good cholesterol
• Improve your metabolism
• Good for dental health
• Boost your brain functions
• Relieve from eczema and skin irritation
• reduce symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and asthma
• Moisturize your skin
• Used for cooking at high temperature
• Used for making cosmetic products
• Nourish your hair and scalp

Which type of coconut oil is used as cooking oil?

Virgin coconut oil is a great option to use as cooking oil because it maintains its nutrient and is packed with healthy fats.

What does coconut oil consist of?

Coconut oil consists of Vitamin E, Vitamin K, and various fatty acids including caprylic acid, capric acid, lauric acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, oleic acid, and linoleic acid.

What are the various types of coconut oil available in the market?

The popular types of coconut oil available in the market are as follows:

• Virgin coconut oil
• Unrefined coconut oil
• Refined coconut oil
• Hydrogenated coconut oil
• Organic coconut oil
• Fractioned coconut oil
• Expeller-Pressed coconut oil
• RBD (refined, bleached, and deodorized) coconut oil
• 100% coconut oil
• Homemade coconut oil