Parameter |
Palm Kernel |
Palm Oil |
Appearance |
Hard, brown seed with a rough surface |
Semi-solid at room temperature, reddish-orange |
Texture |
Hard and woody |
Smooth and greasy |
Odor |
Mild, nutty aroma |
Characteristic fatty odor |
Color |
Dark brown shell, white kernel inside |
Reddish-orange to yellow |
Size |
1–2 cm in length |
Not applicable (liquid) |
Shape |
Oval or oblong |
Not applicable |
Density (at 30°C) |
~0.95 g/cm³ |
~0.89–0.93 g/cm³ |
Melting Point |
Not applicable |
33–39°C |
Moisture Content |
< 7% (kernel) |
< 0.1% |
Oil Content |
45–50% (by weight) |
100% (pure oil) |
Free Fatty Acid (FFA) Level |
Not directly applicable |
< 5% (varies by grade) |