Question 1

I bought this in Feb 2015 and the experation date was rubbed off upon arrival. What's the shelf life?

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The shelf life for refined Palm oil is 2+ years.The shelf life for red palm oil is 1 year. Refined coconut oil should last 1½ years without showing signs of rancidityA properly purified unrefined coconut oil will keep much longer than refined oil and this applies to other vegetable oils as welSaying that, each time I bought mine, they came with about a 1 1/2 year expiration date from when purchased it.  I hope that helps.......I have yet to get a bad one sent from them.

Question 2

does this need to be refrigerated before it's opened?

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no- refrigeration is only needed after it's opened

Question 3

Does it work for frying?

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It works fine for frying, and it seems like you can use fairly high temperatures. I use it for popcorn and it works just like coconut oil.. Be aware that it is heavy compared to canola or other vegetable oils and has a fairly strong taste, a cross between butter-flavored Crisco and coconut oil.  It"s heavy enough to add a slight taste to something bland like popcorn. Also, the color is a fairly deep yellow, if that's a consideration.

Question 4

Does it have a coconut taste?

Accepted Answer

I've been using this in my baking, including Pizza Crusts, for around 8 years and I have never noticed any smell or taste of coconut.  Red palm oil is a Superfood, extraordinarily good for you and fantastic for so many different baking needs.  I highly recommend Nutivia. It's imperative to Know where the Company is sourcing their Palm.  Too many new Palm plantations demolishing Rainforest Habitat that are Irreplaceable.

ASIN	B00KRFLH5U
ASIN	B00KRFLH5U
Allergen Information	Dairy Free, Lactose Free
Best Sellers Rank	#657,706 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food ) #15 in Vegetable Shortening
Brand Name	Nutiva
Cuisine	Health
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (3,722)
Diet Type	Kosher
Flavor	Organic Shortening
Global Trade Identification Number	00692752105173
Import Designation	Made in the USA or Imported
Item Dimensions	4.5 x 4 x 4.5 inches
Item Form	Oil
Item Package Quantity	1
Item Package Weight	0.45 kg
Item Type Name	Dairy-Free Shortening
Item Volume	15 fluid ounces
Item Weight	15.04 ounces
Item model number	RED901
Manufacturer	Nutiva
Manufacturer	Nutiva
Model Number	RED901
Net Content Volume	15 fluid ounces
Number of Items	1
Number of Pieces	1
Package Size Name	Classic
Part Number	152436
Plant or Animal Product Type	Coconut
Product Dimensions	4.5 x 4 x 4.5 inches; 15.04 ounces
Recommended Uses For Product	Frying
Size	15 Ounce
Special Features	USDA Organic
Specialty	shortening
UPC	692752105173
UPC	692752105173
Unit Count	15 Fluid Ounces
Units	15 Fluid Ounces

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