Organic
Husked Coconut
"Nature's wonder fruit"
A versatile and widely cultivated fruit with a hard, brown shell and a white, fibrous interior.
Also known as
copra, nuts, fruit of the palm tree
Botanical name
Cocos nucifera
Product Details
PLU Code
94261
5-digit code
Category
Fruits
Coconuts › All Sizes
Origin
Native to tropical regions of the world, particularly in the Indo-Pacific and Southeast Asia.
Temperature
0 to 1.5°C (32 to 35°F)
Shelf Life
up to 60 days
Status
Approved
About Husked Coconut
Rich in protein and healthy fats, husked coconuts are a staple in tropical cuisine and used in various industries, including food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
Nutrition Information
Husked coconut is a nutrient-rich food. The nutrition facts per 100 grams of husked coconut are approximately as follows:
Energy 354 kcal
Carbohydrates 15.2 grams
Fiber 9 grams
Protein 3.3 grams
Fat 33.5 grams
Calcium 24 milligrams
Copper 0.435 milligrams
Iron 2.5 milligrams
Magnesium 56 milligrams
Manganese 1.1 milligrams
Phosphorus 114 milligrams
Potassium 452 milligrams
Sodium 45 milligrams
Zinc 1 mg
Vitamin B6 0.054 milligrams
Folate 26 micrograms
Other essential vitamins and minerals are present in smaller amounts.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for mature, dehusked coconuts. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0 to 1.5°C (32 to 35°F)
Humidity
75-85%
Packaging
Breathable packaging or sacks to maintain humidity
Shelf Life
up to 60 days
Storage Notes: Avoid low humidity and high temperature, which dry out the nut and lead to shell cracking, and avoid sudden temperature swings, which also crack mature nuts. Highest freezing point: -3°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 294-296.
Applies to: mature, dehusked coconuts.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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