Ingredient

Fully Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use fully hydrogenated palm kernel oil to improve the texture, stability, and shelf …

What it is

Fully hydrogenated palm kernel oil is a fat derived from the kernel, or seed, of the oil palm fruit. It is made by adding hydrogen atoms to liquid palm kernel oil, which changes its chemical structure. This process makes the oil more solid at room temperature and increases its stability.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use fully hydrogenated palm kernel oil to improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of food products. It helps create a desired mouthfeel and can prevent products from melting too quickly. It is commonly found in baked goods, snack foods, and non-dairy creamers.

Health notes

Fully hydrogenated palm kernel oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Unlike partially hydrogenated oils, fully hydrogenated oils contain very little to no artificial trans fats. However, it is a source of saturated fat, and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Fully Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil

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Topco Associates, Inc. Stuffed Sandwich Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 268kcal 8.7Protein 11.8Fat 31.5Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Non-Dairy Creamer Milk Additives 100kcal 0Protein 6.7Fat 6.7Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Meatballs & Mozzarella Italian-Style Meatballs Layered With Melted Mozzarella Cheese & Garlic Tomato Sauce In A Crispy Seasoned Crust Stuffed Sandwiches, Meatballs & Mozzarella Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 252kcal 7.9Protein 10.2Fat 32.3Carbs I-MEI FOODS CO., LTD. Milk Chocolate Roll Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 519kcal 3.7Protein 22.2Fat 70.4Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Pepperoni Pizza Sliced Pepperoni Layered With Melted Mozzarella Cheese & Garlic Tomato Sauce In A Crispy Seasoned Crust Stuffed Sandwiches, Pepperoni Pizza Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 268kcal 8.7Protein 11.8Fat 31.5Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Pepperoni Pizza Sliced Pepperoni Layered With Melted Mozzarella Cheese & Garlic Tomato Sauce In A Crispy Seasoned Crust Stuffed Sandwiches, Pepperoni Pizza Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 268kcal 8.7Protein 11.8Fat 31.5Carbs Lotte U.S.A., Inc. Lotte, Koala's March Cookies, Chocolate, Chocolate Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 512kcal 4.9Protein 24.4Fat 65.8Carbs Graham Crumb Crust Coconut Cream Pie, Graham Crumb Crust Fresh Foods Corporation Of America Graham Crumb Crust Coconut Cream Pie, Graham Crumb Crust Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 263kcal 3.0Protein 15.2Fat 30.3Carbs Lotte U.S.A., Inc. Lotte, Koala's March Cookies, Matcha Green Tea, Matcha Green Tea Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 512kcal 4.9Protein 24.4Fat 68.3Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Stuffed Sandwiches, Ham & Cheddar Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 252kcal 8.7Protein 9.4Fat 31.5Carbs Colony Brands, Inc. Cake Bites, Double Chocolate, Red Velvet, Vanilla Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 458kcal 4.2Protein 25Fat 62.5Carbs Cake Bites, Chocolate, Carrot, Pumpkin Colony Brands, Inc. Cake Bites, Chocolate, Carrot, Pumpkin Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 435kcal 0Protein 26.1Fat 52.2Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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