And Palm Oils

Palm oils are vegetable oils extracted from the fruit of the oil palm tree. Palm oil comes from the fruit pulp, while palm kernel oil is extracted from the kernel (seed) of the same fruit. They are semi-solid at room temperature.

Palm oils are widely used in processed foods for their texture, stability, and versatility. They contribute to the mouthfeel and shelf life of products like baked goods, snacks, and confectionery, and are also used as cooking oils.

The FDA considers palm oil and palm kernel oil to be generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use in food. Palm oils are high in saturated fat; the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. JECFA has evaluated palm oil as a food ingredient and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified). EFSA has also evaluated palm oil.