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Virgin olive oil not fit for consumption as it is which has a free acidity, expressed as oleic acid, of more than 3.3 grams per 100 grams and/or the organoleptic characteristics and other characteristics of which correspond to those fixed for this category in the IOC standard (COI/T.15/NC No 3). It is intended for refining or for technical use.
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IOC Executive Secretariat takes part in solidarity team-building activities at Fundación Trébol
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Closing ceremony celebrates IOC scholarship holders at University of Jaén tasting course
The International Olive Council (IOC) marked the end of the 22nd International Course for Experts in Virgin Olive Oil Tasting at the University of Jaén on 18 December, where 24 professionals from IOC member countries...
