1. Raw Material Reception & Deshelling
Mature coconuts are cleaned, and the hard shell is cracked to extract the white meat. The quality of the raw material is critical for high-yield extraction.
2. Meat Preparation & Grating
The coconut meat is washed, and then grated or shredded into fine particles to create a larger surface area for efficient milk extraction.
3. Coconut Milk Extraction
The grated coconut is then pressed to extract the coconut milk. This can be done with the addition of water or as a dry process. The milk contains the oil that will be separated.
4. Oil Separation (Key Step)
The coconut milk undergoes a separation process. In virgin coconut oil (VCO) production, this is typically achieved through natural fermentation, chilling, or modern centrifugation to separate the oil from the water and solids. For large-scale refined oil production, the dried coconut meat (copra) is pressed using an expeller to extract the crude oil.
5. Filtration & Purification
The separated crude oil is filtered to remove any remaining solid impurities or moisture, resulting in a clearer oil.
6. Refining (Optional for RBD Oil)
For refined, bleached, and deodorized (RBD) coconut oil, the crude oil undergoes further processing to remove color, odor, and free fatty acids, resulting in a neutral-tasting oil with a higher smoke point.
7. Packaging & Storage
The finished oil is cooled and packaged in sterile, airtight containers. It is then stored in a cool, dark place to maintain quality before distribution.
Our integrated machinery supports the entire production journey—from raw coconut reception to packaging—enabling businesses to produce a diverse range of coconut oil products, including virgin (VCO), refined (RBD), and fractionated oils tailored to culinary, cosmetic, and industrial applications.
We specialize in customizable production lines that adapt to varying capacities, from small-scale local processors to large industrial facilities. Our solutions incorporate key technologies such as efficient deshelling, hygienic milk extraction, precise centrifugation or fermentation for oil separation, and gentle deodorization.
By leveraging robust, food-grade stainless-steel equipment and automated control systems, we help you achieve high yields, preserve nutrient integrity, and minimize energy consumption. Whether you start with fresh coconut meat or dried copra, our technology ensures optimal purity, shelf stability, and compliance with market requirements. Trust us to deliver turnkey coconut oil processing systems that empower your growth in the competitive global edible oil market.
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