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Coconut oil

Coconut oil Definition Coconut oil is obtained from coconuts, also known as coconut palms. It is a heat-stable whitish-yellowish, slightly rancid smelling oil, total fat content 60-70%, is soluble in 90% ethanol, not in water, melting point between 22-28°C, which is why it is usually in solid for...

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