KUPANG CANDLENUT (without peeling)
Kupang Candlenut: A Premium Commodity from Nusa Tenggara Timur
Kupang Candlenut is a variety of candlenut that originates from Kupang, Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT), Indonesia. Candlenut (Aleurites moluccanus) is the seed of the candlenut tree, widely used as a cooking spice, raw material for oil production, and in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries.
Candlenuts from Kupang are known for their high quality, featuring a rich oil content, dense texture, and distinctive flavor, making them a preferred choice in the food and herbal industries. Additionally, Kupang Candlenut is often processed into candlenut oil, which is beneficial for hair care and skin health.
With growing demand, Kupang Candlenut has become one of the region’s top commodities, contributing significantly to the local economy, especially for farmers and business operators in NTT.