Vco Philippine National Standard PDF
Vco Philippine National Standard PDF
Vco Philippine National Standard PDF
STANDARD
PNS/BAFPS 22:2004
ICS 67.200.10
PNS/BAFPS 22:2004
Foreword
The development of Philippine National Standard for Virgin Coconut Oil was initially
undertaken by the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) of
the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) in view of the increasing demand of
commodity for domestic and export markets. After which, an interim technical committee
spearheaded by the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) was created.
In close coordination with the members of the interim committee of PCA, the Bureau of
Agriculture and Fisheries Product Standards (BAFPS) Sub-Committee on Crops created
through Special Order No. 411 convened series of technical reviews and public
consultation on the draft standard for virgin coconut oil.
BAFPS deemed it necessary to adopt a standard providing common understanding on the
definition of virgin coconut oil, essential composition and quality factors, labeling and
methods of analysis and sampling.
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Scope
This standard applies to virgin coconut oil in a state for human consumption.
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References
The titles of the standards publications referred to in this standard are listed on the inside
back cover.
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Definitions
General
3.1.1
free fatty acids (FFA)
a specified fatty acid liberated by hydrolysis from naturally occurring fats
3.1.2
glyceride
an ester formed by the combination of glycerol and fatty acid. Glycerides occur naturally
in oils and fats
3.1.3
iodine number
measure of the degree of unsaturation of oils and fats
3.1.4
virgin coconut oil (VCO)
oil obtained from the fresh, mature kernel of the coconut by mechanical or natural means,
with or without the use of heat, without undergoing chemical refining, bleaching or
deodorizing, and which does not lead to the alteration of the nature of the oil. Virgin
coconut oil is an oil which is suitable for consumption without the need for further
processing
Virgin coconut oil (VCO) consists mainly of medium chain triglycerides, which are
resistant to peroxidation. The saturated fatty acids in VCO are distinct from animal fats,
the latter consisting mainly of long chain saturated fatty acids .
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4.1
Identity characteristics
4.1.1 Gas liquid chromatography (GLC) ranges of fatty acid composition1 shall be in
accordance with Table 1.
Table 1 Gas liquid chromatography range of fatty acid composition
Common name
Caproic acid
Caprylic acid
Capric acid
Lauric acid
Myristic acid
Palmitic acid
Palmitoleic acid
Stearic acid
Oleic acid
Linoleic acid
Linolenic acid
Composition
C 6:0
C 8:0
C 10:0
C 12:0
C 14:0
C 16:0
C 16:1
C 18:0
C 18:1
C 18:2
C 18:3
C 24:1
(%)
ND - 0.7
4.6 - 10.0
5.0 - 8.0
45.1 - 53.2
16.8 - 21
7.5 - 10.2
ND
2.0 - 4.0
5.0 - 10.0
1.0 - 2.5
ND - 0.2
ND
4.2
4.2.1
Quality characteristics
Colour, odor and taste
Virgin coconut oil shall be colorless, sediment free, with natural fresh coconut scent and
free from rancid odors or tastes.
4.2.2
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Specification
0.20
0.20
3.0
None permitted
0.20
5.0
0.40
0.10
0.10
Hygiene
It is recommended that the product covered by the provisions of this standard shall be in
accordance with the appropriate Sections of the General Principle of Food Hygiene
recommended by the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC/RCP 1-1969, Rev.3-1997).
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Labelling
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When found to comply with the requirements specified in this Philippine Standard
Specification, the lot, the batch, or the consignment from which the samples have been
drawn, shall be deemed to comply with this Philippine National Standard Specification
and shall be provided with the Philippine Standard (PS) mark.
References
PNS/BAFPS 22:2004
BPS
BUREAU OF PRODUCT STANDARDS
CERTIFIED
Product Quality
The use of the PS Certification Mark is governed by the provisions of Department Administrative Order
No. 01 series of 1997 Revised Rules and Regulations Concerning the Philippine Standard (PS) Quality
and / or Safety Certification Mark Scheme by the Bureau of Product Standards. This mark on a
product/container is an assurance by the manufacturer/producer that the product conforms with the
requirements of a Philippine standard. Details of conditions under which a license to use the PS
Certification Mark may be granted can be obtained from the Bureau of Product Standards, Department
of Trade and Industry, 361 Sen. Gil J. Puyat Avenue, Makati City.
CERTIFIED
Product Safety
Department of Agriculture
Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Product Standards
Sub-Committee on Crops
Chair
Co-chair
Members
Experts Involved:
Chairman
1
Member
2
Members
1