EDISON, NJ.  — AAK is expanding its AkoPlanet platform for plant-based foods in the United States with the addition of coconut oil called AkoPlanet CNO 16-001.

AAK is adding the coconut oil to its AkoPlanet platform to support a sustainable coconut oil supply chain, the company said. AAK’s AkoPlanet line consists of plant-based oil ingredients for plant-based foods, according to the company.

AkoPlanet oils may be used in such applications as plant-based dairy products, plant-based meat products among others, according to the company.

“At AAK, we are committed to helping formulators develop tastier and healthier plant-based foods that consumers will enjoy and purchase loyally,” said Ryan Branch, senior marketing manager for AAK, USA. “Our experts work together to leverage food science, product development and an expansive toolbox of supplier partners to create healthier and more sustainable foods that are great-tasting, 100% plant-based, non-GMO and more. With our range of AkoPlanet solutions and dedicated approach, we can take plant-based foods beyond where they are today.”