Palm Shortening, Conventional, MP 39 (All Purpose)

Nominal Melting Point 39 ºC. Spectrum’s All Purpose shortening is approximately 50% saturated and 50% unsaturated fat, and contains no tranisomerized fats which are found in hydrogenated oils. It is used in a variety of baking applications from cookies and sweet goods to breads and rolls.

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Source
Palm Fruit Oil (PFO) from the spineless palm tree (Elaesis guineensis)

Manufacturing
The fruit of the palm is separated from the kernel, or pit, then the fruit is expeller pressed, filtered, bleached, and deodorized.

Packaging and Storage
Store in a cool dry place (50 to 68 degrees F optimum) away from direct sources of sunlight, heat and oxidizers. Properly stored unopened containers have an expected shelf life of 18 months. Allow to stand at 70º F for 6 hours before using.

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