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Natural Habitats Organic Palm Stearin (ECP0007)

Organic Palm Stearin (ECP0007) is cooled and filtered, the oil separates into organic palm olein (liquid) and organic palm stearin (solid) fractions. Palm stearin is a useful natural hard stock. Besides edible usage, palm stearin also possesses suitable properties for making soaps and formulating animal feeds. Organic palm stearin is solid at room temperature with a high melting point (48° C).

Ingredient Name: Palm Stearin

Functions: Fat & Oil

Labeling Claims: Kosher, Non-GMO, Organic, Plant-Based, Trans fat-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Certifications & Compliance: ECOCERT, EU Compliant, Kosher, Non-GMO Project Verified, Organic Certified, RSPO Certified Sustainable Palm Oil, USDA Certified, Vegan

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Identification & Functionality

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Features & Benefits

Product Background

When organic palm oil is cooled and filtered, the oil separates into organic palm olein (liquid) and organic palm stearin (solid) fractions. Palm stearin is a useful natural hard stock. Besides edible usage, palm stearin also possesses suitable properties for making soaps and formulating animal feeds. Organic palm stearin is solid at room temperature with a high melting point (48° C).

Applications & Uses

Uses
  • Plant-Based Spreads
  • Buttery Spreads and Butter Substitutes
  • Plant-Based Meats (Stearin can help to recreate a meat-like texture)
  • Plant-Based Cheeses
  • Stearin is a great stabilizer to enhance nut butters and to prevent 'oiling out'
  • Instant Soups and Bouillons
  • Microwave Popcorn
  • Palm Stearin is Certified Organic, Fully Traceable, Deforestation-free, Wildlife friendly, Fair & Social palm oil.
  • Fully traceable and transparent ingredient supply chain, with palm fruit sourced from independent farmers in Ecuador.

Properties

Flavor
Neutral
Taste
Neutral
Chemical Analysis
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Free Fatty Acids*†max. 0.1% palmiticAOCS Ca-5a-40
Peroxide Value*†max. 1meq/kgAOCS Cd-8b-90
Moisture*max. 0.05%AOCS Ca-2b-38
Color (5 1/4 in cell) Red*max. 2.5LovibondAOCS Cc-13e-92
Volatile Matter*max. 0.05%AOCS Ca-2b-38
Iodine Value40 - 46cg/gAOCS Cd-1d-92
Melting Point*45 - 50°CAOCS Cc-03-25
Note

* Reported on certificate of analysis
† At packaging time

Some values may vary during its shelf life, compare to local regulations as a reference, especially for FFA and Peroxide.

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging & Transportation
  • 2013lb Totes and 33lb Boxes
  • Transport in closed containers, clean and free from contamination of any kind. Avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
18 months
Storage & Shelf Life

Keep in cool (between 16°C - 25°C/ 61°F-78°F)), dry place, store in areas free from dust, moisture and pests, do not store (or transport) with products that can cause contamination, avoid abrupt changes in temperature or humidity, and ensure proper product rotation.

18 months in optimum storage conditions