Or MCT (medium chain triglycerides) is actually a fraction of the entire oil. More specifically it is the medium chain fatty acids that are separated for specific uses. The fractionation of coconut oil may be used to make caprylic/capric tryglycerides. Medium chain triglycerides such as caprylic/capric’s are most commonly used for medical applications, special diets and cosmetics. Another common use of fractionated coconut oil is a carrier oil for fragrance oil manufacturing.
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08/25/2015
Excellent Product
Excellent Product! I bought this to use as a carrier oil for various essential oil applications and creating blends. Will definitely be ordering again when I run out!
~Tory Auth