Ingredient

Canola Cottonseed Soybean

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

These oils are commonly used in packaged foods due to their neutral flavor and …

What it is

Canola, cottonseed, and soybean are all types of vegetable oils. Canola oil comes from the seeds of the rapeseed plant. Cottonseed oil is made from the seeds of cotton plants. Soybean oil is derived from soybeans.

Why it's used

These oils are commonly used in packaged foods due to their neutral flavor and versatility. They function as cooking oils, shortenings, and ingredients in dressings, baked goods, and snacks, providing texture and mouthfeel.

Health notes

These oils are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are a source of unsaturated fats, including omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated these oils. Evidence on the health effects of specific oils is extensive and ongoing, with some research focusing on the balance of fatty acids.

Allergen info

Soybean oil is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Cottonseed and canola are not major allergens. None of these oils contain gluten.

Products containing Canola Cottonseed Soybean

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Nash Finch Company Our Family, Pretzels, Chocolate, Chocolate Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 474kcal 5.3Protein 18.4Fat 44.7Carbs Nash Finch Company Our Family, Chocolate Pretzel Nut Mix Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 469kcal 9.4Protein 21.9Fat 59.4Carbs Mapco Express Good Livin', Yogurt Pretzels Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 395kcal 5.3Protein 15.8Fat 55.3Carbs Nash Finch Company Our Family, Yogurt Pretzels Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 395kcal 5.3Protein 15.8Fat 55.3Carbs Nash Finch Company Our Family, Peanut Crunch Mix Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 500kcal 7.1Protein 21.4Fat 53.6Carbs Superior Nut/candy Distribut'G Superior Nut & Candy, Chocolate Pretzels Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 474kcal 5.3Protein 18.4Fat 44.7Carbs Superior Brokerage Inc. Yogurt Pretzels Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 395kcal 5.3Protein 15.8Fat 55.3Carbs Bay Valley Foods, LLC Pretzels, Chocolatey Chips, Pretzels & Snacks High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 467kcal 6.7Protein 20Fat 70Carbs Brookshire Grocery Company Yogurt Pretzels, Yogurt Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 464kcal 3.6Protein 21.4Fat —Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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