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coco-peat

Coco peat

Property Specification
Appearance Light brown to dark brown fibrous material
Odor Earthy, neutral
Texture Spongy, soft, and granular
Moisture Content 10–20% (in dry form)
Bulk Density 80–100 kg/m³ (dry), 400–600 kg/m³ (wet)
Water Holding Capacity 600–800% of its dry weight
pH Range 5.5 – 6.8
Electrical Conductivity (EC) < 0.5 mS/cm (low EC grade), up to 2 mS/cm (high EC)
Particle Size Fine to coarse (0.5 mm – 20 mm)
Organic Matter Content 90–95%
Ash Content 1–2%
Cation Exchange Capacity 60–130 meq/100g
Color Brown (varies by source and age)
Decomposition Rate Slow (biodegradable over several years)