Certified Non-gmo Expeller Pressed Soybean Oil And Salt
What is Certified Non-gmo Expeller Pressed Soybean Oil And Salt?
This ingredient blend consists of soybean oil and salt. Soybean oil is a vegetable oil extracted from soybeans, often mechanically pressed without chemical solvents (expeller pressed). The 'non-GMO' label indicates the soybeans used were not genetically modified. Salt is a mineral compound, sodium chloride, typically sourced from evaporated seawater or mined underground deposits.
Is Certified Non-gmo Expeller Pressed Soybean Oil And Salt vegan?
Certified Non-gmo Expeller Pressed Soybean Oil And Salt is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Certified Non-gmo Expeller Pressed Soybean Oil And Salt a major allergen?
Soybean oil is derived from soy, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.
What is Certified Non-gmo Expeller Pressed Soybean Oil And Salt used for?
Soybean oil is widely used as a cooking oil and in processed foods for its texture, flavor, and as a fat source.
Is Certified Non-gmo Expeller Pressed Soybean Oil And Salt safe?
Soybean oil is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
Soybean oil is widely used as a cooking oil and in processed foods for its texture, flavor, and as a fat source. Salt is a common flavor enhancer and preservative. Together, they are often found in snack foods like popcorn and peanuts, where the oil is used for cooking or coating, and salt provides seasoning.
Health notes
Soybean oil is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of dietary fats, including polyunsaturated fats. Salt (sodium chloride) is also Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. While sodium is an essential nutrient, high intake can be a concern, with the FDA's Daily Value for sodium set at 2,300 mg per day. JECFA has not set an Acceptable Daily Intake for salt as it is considered a food component rather than an additive.
Allergen info
Soybean oil is derived from soy, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. Salt is not a major allergen.
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