Cottonseed Oil Rapeseed

Cottonseed oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the cotton plant. After the cotton fibers are removed, the seeds are cleaned, crushed, and the oil is extracted. It is then refined, bleached, and deodorized before use.

Cottonseed oil is often used in commercial baking, frying, and in processed foods like salad dressings and snack foods. Its neutral flavor and relatively high smoke point make it a versatile option for manufacturers. It can also be found in some nut butters as an emulsifier to prevent oil separation.

Cottonseed oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, which are considered healthier fat profiles than saturated fats. The FDA has not set specific upper intake levels for cottonseed oil. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated vegetable oils, but no specific concerns have been raised regarding typical consumption of refined cottonseed oil.