Types:
1. Fresh Coconut:
Fresh coconuts from Tamil Nadu are known for their excellent quality, rich taste, and high water content. They are a staple in many tropical and subtropical regions and are used in a variety of culinary and health applications.
Key Features:
- Appearance:
- Flavor:
- Nutritional Value:
Brown husk with a hard shell and white, fleshy interior.
Sweet and refreshing, with a distinct coconut aroma.
Rich in healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants..
Packaging:
Available in various sizes and grades, typically packaged in sacks or cartons for export.
2. Desiccated Coconut:
Desiccated coconut is finely grated, dried coconut meat with reduced moisture content, making it suitable for a longer shelf life and easy transportation.
Key Features:
- Appearance:
- Flavor:
- Nutritional Value:
White, dry, and finely grated.
Sweet and rich coconut taste.
High in fiber, healthy fats, and essential nutrients.
Packaging:
Available in various sizes and grades, typically packaged in sacks or cartons for export.
3. Coconut Oil:
Coconut oil, extracted from the flesh of coconuts, is highly valued for its health benefits and versatile applications in cooking, skincare, and industrial uses.
Key Features:
- Appearance:
- Flavor:
- Nutritional Value:
Clear and liquid at room temperature, solidifies in cooler temperatures..
Mild, sweet coconut aroma..
Rich in medium-chain fatty acids, including lauric acid, with numerous health benefits.
Packaging:
Available in various sizes, from small bottles to large drums for bulk export..
4. Coconut Milk and Cream:
Coconut milk and cream are made by grating fresh coconut meat and extracting the rich, creamy liquid. They are essential ingredients in many tropical cuisines.
Key Features:
- Appearance:
- Flavor:
- Nutritional Value:
Thick, white, and creamy liquid.
Rich, sweet, and creamy coconut taste..
High in healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals.
Packaging:
Available in cans, cartons, and tetra packs for easy use and long shelf life.
5. Coconut Shell Products:
Coconut shells are utilized to create a variety of products, including activated charcoal, handicrafts, and utensils. They are valued for their strength and durability.
Key Features:
- Appearance:
- Uses:
Hard, brown shell with a smooth finish after processing.
Used in the production of activated charcoal, eco-friendly tableware, decorative items, and industrial applications.
Packaging:
Exported in bulk quantities for various industrial and commercial uses.
6. Copra:
Copra is dried coconut meat, which is the primary raw material for extracting coconut oil. It is widely used in the food and cosmetic industries.
Key Features:
- Appearance:
- Flavor:
- Nutritional Value:
Dried, white to light brown in color.
Dried, white to light brown in color.
High in oil content and essential nutrients..
Packaging:
Typically exported in large sacks or bulk containers.