CBRs are non-lauric, non-tempered, hardened fats that have moderate compatibility with cocoa butter. While the chemical properties of CBRs are different to cocoa butter, they share a similar distribution of fatty acids and can be used to supplement formulates which contain up to 20% cocoa butter and/or other non lauric fats.

CBRs are characterized by resistance to blooming, very good gloss and gloss retention and longer shelf life and are extensively used for moulding and enrobing applications.