Is there fake cocoa powder, cocoa mix on the market?

Why is it said that pure cocoa powder has cocoa butter? Or is it the fear of mixing other powders into pure cocoa powder to reduce the cost of buying and selling at high prices? Are these correct? In the article below, Cacao Trong Duc will summarize some information for customers to have a better view of pure cocoa powder products as well as choose products to suit their needs.

Is there a difference in type between pure cocoa powders?

First, cocoa is also classified based on the quality of the bean. The world cocoa bean market is divided into two categories: “flavoured” and “regular” beans. The "flavor" seeds are from the Criollo or Trinitario cultivars. While the "regular" seed is from the Forastero cultivar. The production of “flavoured” cocoa beans accounts for less than 10% of total annual cocoa production worldwide. That's why the price will be higher. The good news is that cocoa grown in Vietnam is in the top 10% of the world.

Does pure cocoa powder have cocoa butter?

Cocoa beans contain more than 50% cocoa butter. And pure cocoa powder is the product after grinding cocoa beans and separating this cocoa butter. Only keep at 10% - 22% of cocoa butter depending on the purpose of use. So cocoa butter is a natural component of cocoa beans.

A simple example for you to understand the value of cocoa butter is to compare pure cocoa powder with chocolate. Why are the "real chocolate" bars so small but so expensive? Besides the elaborate production process, the most basic difference between these two products is the percentage of cocoa butter. If chocolate contains more than 50% cocoa butter, then pure cocoa powder has a common cocoa butter ratio from 10% - 22%. Saying that so that you understand the value and nutritional value of cocoa butter.

And usually, pure cocoa powder with more cocoa butter percentage will usually cost more. You can refer to the article  “How much does pure cocoa powder cost”

Mix in powder or other powder to reduce the price of pure cocoa powder?

This is almost a fear of customers when buying pure products. But in fact with pure cocoa powder there is no concept of "mixing". Originally, if all cocoa butter was extracted (almost only cocoa bodies remained). And this is the origin of cheap cocoa powder.

For these powders, the smell will be very strong and only the bitter taste will be left. The manufacturer will add vanilla to reduce the blackness of the cocoa powder and of course these cocoa powders have almost no nutritional value. nutrients and does not bring health benefits.

Trong Duc Cacao – The address to supply pure cocoa powder in Vietnam

Trong Duc Cacao is a distributor of products from cocoa beans, pure cocoa powder and finished products made from cocoa powder and cocoa beans such as Cocoa butter, 3in1 cocoa powder, weight loss cocoa powder... roasted cocoa beans,...

Trong Duc Cacao ensures to supply 100% pure cocoa powder, without mixing impurities or additives...

With a long-standing reputation in the market, Trong Duc Cacao is a reputable brand known to consumers as the address for providing pure cocoa powder. Trong Duc Cacao commits to:

The company's products are guaranteed to be 100% pure, without mixing additives and flavorings to create colors and odors.

Packed firmly, limiting damage during storage and transportation; Standard parameters and instructions for use are pre-printed on the packaging.

The staff is enthusiastic, responsible and professional.

All customer comments are quickly responded to within 24 hours.