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he duopoly of MCT and hemp seed oil is causing the industry and the consumers to ignore the opportunities and benefits of other natural carrier oils that don’t pose the same ethical issues as mass-produced, uncertified coconut and palm derived MCT.
I first discovered MCT oil working in the cosmetics industry, where it was officially listed as capric/caprylic triglyceride, hiding its true form, masquerading around under the trade name “Fractionated Coconut Oil”. MCT oil, short for medium-chain triglycerides, is a blanket term that encompasses a range of fatty acids that are synthesised from coconut and palm fruits. It’s one of the most common carrier oils for cannabis extracts, alongside hemp seed oil.