Corn Starch Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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What it is
This ingredient is a combination of corn starch and partially hydrogenated vegetable oil. Corn starch is a carbohydrate extracted from corn kernels, while partially hydrogenated vegetable oil is a plant-based oil that has been processed to make it more solid and stable.
Why it's used
Corn starch acts as a thickener, binder, or anti-caking agent. Partially hydrogenated vegetable oil was historically used to improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of processed foods like baked goods, snacks, and fried items.
Health notes
Corn starch is generally recognized as safe by the FDA. However, partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) are no longer considered Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA since 2018. This means they have been largely removed from the US food supply due to concerns about artificial trans fats, which are linked to an increased risk of heart disease. JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated the health effects of trans fats.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.