Parameter | Specification |
Appearance | Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid |
Odor | Characteristic mild coconut aroma |
Taste | Mild, characteristic coconut taste |
Melting Point | 24°C to 26°C |
Boiling Point | > 200°C (decomposes before boiling) |
Specific Gravity (30°C) | 0.915 to 0.920 |
Refractive Index (40°C) | 1.448 to 1.450 |
Saponification Value | 250 to 264 mg KOH/g |
Iodine Value | 6 to 12 g I₂/100g |
Acid Value | ≤ 0.5 mg KOH/g (for refined) |
Moisture Content | ≤ 0.1% (for refined) |
Peroxide Value | ≤ 3.0 meq O₂/kg (for refined) |
Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents |
Flash Point | > 250°C |
Smoke Point | ~177°C (for virgin coconut oil) |