Processing of Crude Coconut Oil

 Crude coconut oil is typically produced through the following steps:

1. Harvesting

Fresh coconuts are harvested from the tree

2. Cracking

The coconuts are cracked open to remove the coconut meat

3. Grating

The coconut meat is grated to obtain the coconut flesh

4. Pressing

The grated flesh is then pressed to extract the oil. This can be done through mechanical or hydraulic means.

5. Clarifying

The crude oil obtained from the pressing process is then clarified to remove impurities and debris

6. Filtering

The clarified oil is then filtered to remove any remaining impurities

7. Refining

The filtered oil is then refined to remove any residual coconut odor and taste, as well as to improve its color and stability. The refined oil is now ready for use.