Confectionery Palm Fat
What is Confectionery Palm Fat?
Confectionery palm fat is a type of fat made from palm oil. Palm oil comes from the fruit of the oil palm tree. This fat is specially processed to give it certain textures and melting properties, making it suitable for use in sweets and baked goods.
Is Confectionery Palm Fat vegan?
Confectionery Palm Fat is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Confectionery Palm Fat a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Confectionery Palm Fat used for?
Manufacturers add confectionery palm fat to products to provide structure, a smooth texture, and a satisfying mouthfeel.
Is Confectionery Palm Fat safe?
Palm fat is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add confectionery palm fat to products to provide structure, a smooth texture, and a satisfying mouthfeel. It helps products like cookies, biscuits, and chocolates keep their shape and prevents them from melting too quickly. It also acts as a fat source in these foods.
Health notes
Palm fat is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is high in saturated fat. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that saturated fat should make up less than 10% of daily calories. JECFA has evaluated palm oil and its components. EFSA has also evaluated palm oil, noting concerns about certain processing contaminants, but these are generally related to the processing itself rather than the fat inherently.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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