Ingredient

Cotton Seed

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Cottonseed oil is a neutral-flavored vegetable oil used in frying, baking, and as an …

What it is

Cottonseed is the seed of the cotton plant. After cotton fibers are removed, the seeds are cleaned, delinted (short fibers removed), and processed to extract the oil and protein meal. The oil is refined, bleached, and deodorized before use.

Why it's used

Cottonseed oil is a neutral-flavored vegetable oil used in frying, baking, and as an ingredient in salad dressings and margarines. Cottonseed flour can be used in baked goods and as a protein supplement.

Health notes

Cottonseed oil is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for food use. It contains gossypol, a natural toxin, but refining processes remove it to safe levels for human consumption. JECFA has evaluated cottonseed oil and set an acceptable daily intake. Some studies suggest a potential link between high intake of certain fats and heart health, but evidence is mixed.

Allergen info

Cottonseed is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Cotton Seed

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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