Organic Coconut MCT (Cerin® CCT)

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Ingredient Name

Coconut MCT Oil

Ingredient Origin

Natural Origin,

Plant Origin

Food Ingredients Functions

Carrier,

Fat & Oil,

Fatty Acid & Lipid,

Supplement

Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions

Carrier,

Dietary Supplement,

Fatty Acid & Lipid

Technologies

Food Ingredients,

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

Product Families

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Excipients

Carriers & Bulking Agents,

Other Excipients

Food Ingredients — Functional Additives

Carriers & Bulking Aids

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Fatty Acids & Specialty Lipids,

Supplements & Functional Ingredients

Food Ingredients — Nutrition & Fortification

Fatty Acids, Specialty Lipids & Oils,

Functional Ingredients

Food Ingredients — Whole Foods, Extracts & Premixes

Edible Oils & Fats

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims (Health)

Promotes Digestive Health

Labeling Claims

Halal,

Natural,

Naturally Derived,

Organic,

Palm Oil-free,

Palm free,

Plant-Based,

Sustainable,

Trans fat-free

Food Ingredients Features

Enhanced Shelf Life,

Excellent Oxidative Stability,

High Digestability,

High Energy Content,

Long Shelf Life,

Low Viscosity,

Sustained Energy

Features

• Derived from sustainable coconut oil of natural origin.
• Made from medium chain fatty acids that are digested and absorbed by the body more rapidly providing quick source of energy.
• Low viscosity oil ideal as carrier for flavors, vitamins and other similar nutrients.
• Has outstanding oxidative stability for longer shelf life.
• Has no trans-fatty acids making it ideal component in a wide variety of food applications.

Applications & Uses

Markets

Food & Nutrition

Applications

Food & Nutrition — Food

Bakery,

Confectionery,

Other Food Applications,

Savory & Culinary

Food & Nutrition — Nutrition & Well Being

Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Food & Nutrition Applications

Dietary Supplements,

Dry Mixes,

Flavors,

Food Seasonings

Applications

Organic Coconut MCT (Cerin® CCT) can be used in pharmaceutical, food and beverage applications, as well as carriers of flavors, colors and vitamins. It is also an energy supplement, digestive agent and anti-dust agent for seasonings, mixes and dry blends.

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Appearance

Clear, light yellow liquid (at 25°C)

Odor

Characteristic

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Peroxide Value	max. 1	meq/kg	AOCS Cd 8b - 90
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)	0.93 - 0.96	—	ASTM D891
Fatty Acid Composition	0.0	%	AOCS Ce 2-66
lodine Content	max. 0.5	I₂/100g	AOCS Cd 1b-87
Refractive Index (at 20°C)	1.439 - 1.459	—	—
C6 Content	max. 2.0	—	—
C8 Content	55 - 70	—	—
C10 Content	29 - 45	—	—
C12 Content	max. 3.0	—	—

Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Color	max. 50	APHA	ASTM D1209 - 05
Moisture Content	max. 0.10	%	ASTM E203
Acid Value	max. 0.10	mg KOH/g	AOCS Cd 3d-63
Saponification Value	300 - 350	mg KOH/g	AOCS Cd 3-25

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

EU Organic Certified,

Halal,

Organic Certified,

USDA NOP Certified,

USDA Organic

Safety & Health

Safety Information

• Avoid skin and eye contact.
• Wear appropriate protective equipment’s and clothing such as gloves, goggles and apron.
• Keep away from heat.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bulk,

Drums

Regional Availability

• Canada
• Mexico
• USA

Packaging Information

• It can be purchased in bulk and 200L drum.
• Special packing can be arranged.

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

• This product will remain stable for 36 months from date of production provided it is stored at 25 – 35°C away from moisture and direct sunlight.
• For stored products beyond 36 months, consult Chemrez Technologies Inc. for recommendation of use.