Palm Kernel Oil

Palm Kernel Oil – High-Stability Oil for Confectionery & Cosmetic Applications

Product Overview

Palm Kernel Oil (PKO) is a premium edible oil extracted from the kernel of the oil palm fruit (Elaeis guineensis). With its high lauric acid content and excellent oxidative stability, it is an ideal ingredient for confectionery, bakery fats, and non-food industries such as cosmetics and soaps. Naturally semi-solid at room temperature, palm kernel oil provides smooth texture, enhanced aeration, and consistent performance across diverse formulations.

At Tuna Sourcing, we supply both Refined (RBD) and Crude Palm Kernel Oil (CPKO) from ISO 22000 and RSPO-compliant producers. Our palm kernel oil offers high heat resistance, neutral flavor, and uniform consistency, making it suitable for global-scale manufacturing and export applications.

Specifications

Available Types

• Refined Palm Kernel Oil (RBD PKO)

• Crude Palm Kernel Oil (CPKO)

• Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil (on request)

• Organic Palm Kernel Oil (on request)

Technical Details

• Free Fatty Acids (as Lauric Acid): ≤ 0.1 % (Refined)

• Iodine Value: 14–21 g I₂/100 g

• Melting Point: 24–28 °C

• Peroxide Value: ≤ 10 meq O₂/kg

• Moisture & Impurities: ≤ 0.1 %

• Color: White to pale yellow

• Odor/Taste: Neutral, bland

• Origin: Malaysia, Indonesia, Turkey

• Shelf Life: 24 months (cool, dry conditions)

Packaging Options

• 20 L HDPE jerry cans

• 200 L drums

• 1000 L IBC tanks

• 18–20 MT flexitanks for bulk export

• Customized private-label or industrial packaging available

Applications

Bakery & Pastry

• Acts as a functional fat in shortenings and bakery margarines

• Improves texture, aeration, and shelf stability of baked goods

Confectionery & Dessert

• Widely used in compound chocolate, coating fats, and filling creams

• Excellent alternative to cocoa butter due to its lauric profile and gloss retention

Culinary & Industrial Use

• Applied in frying oils, dairy substitutes, and non-dairy creamers

• Extensively used in soap, cosmetic, and personal-care product formulations

• Serves as a feedstock in oleochemical and biodiesel industries

Why Choose Tuna Sourcing

✔ Certified ISO 22000 and RSPO-compliant supply chain

✔ Superior oxidative and thermal stability

✔ Available in refined, crude, and hydrogenated grades

✔ Flexible bulk and private-label packaging

✔ Reliable export logistics and global sourcing network

Partner with Tuna Sourcing to source premium Palm Kernel Oil in bulk, refined, or crude grades — ensuring consistent quality and performance for your confectionery, cosmetic, and industrial applications worldwide.