Trader Joes Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is derived from meat of matured coconuts. The production starts with freshly harvested coconuts that are de-husked and grated. Then, when the meat of the coconut is still fresh, its cold pressed and filtered to remove any remaining pieces of the fruit.

Thats the process. Nothing more. Some coconut oil is extracted using high heat, chemicals and even bleach but not Trader Joes coconut oil. Producing the oil in this more pure, natural way, we are able to retain the nutrients, flavor characteristics and aromas of fresh coconuts.

Trader Joes Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is excellent in cooking - it stands up to relatively high heat and imparts a distinctive flavor - in salad dressings, for baking, and even as a moisturizer for dry skin. Its true! It will fluctuate from a liquid to a solid state, depending on the temperature at which its stored, so dont be surprised when you see liquid in a jar thats been stored in a hot pantry.