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Is coconut fat the same as coconut oil?

Published in Coconut Oil 1 min read

Yes, coconut fat and coconut oil are the same thing.

Essentially, "coconut fat" is just another term for coconut oil, particularly when it's in its solid state. Coconut oil has a relatively high melting point, around 25°C (77°F). Therefore, at room temperature in many climates, it exists as a white, solid fat. When the temperature rises above its melting point, it transforms into a clear, thin liquid oil.

  • Solid State: Below approximately 25°C (77°F), it appears as a solid white fat.
  • Liquid State: Above this temperature, it becomes a clear oil.

The term used often depends on the context or the temperature at which it's being discussed. But chemically and structurally, they are identical.

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