100% Canola Oil

Canola oil is a vegetable oil made from the seeds of the canola plant. The plant is a cultivar of rapeseed. The seeds are cleaned, crushed, and the oil is extracted, often using a solvent like hexane. The crude oil is then refined, bleached, and deodorized.

Manufacturers use canola oil as a cooking oil and as an ingredient in many processed foods. Its neutral flavor and relatively low cost make it a popular choice for salad dressings, baked goods, margarines, and fried foods.

Canola oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, including omega-3 fatty acids. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated canola oil. Some studies suggest benefits from diets rich in monounsaturated fats, while others focus on the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio. Evidence is mixed on the health effects of highly processed vegetable oils.