Fully Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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What it is
Fully hydrogenated vegetable oil is a type of fat made from liquid vegetable oils, such as soybean, palm, or sunflower oil. Through a process called hydrogenation, hydrogen atoms are added to the oil, which changes its chemical structure and makes it more solid at room temperature.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use fully hydrogenated vegetable oil to improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of food products. It helps prevent spoilage and provides a creamy or solid consistency, commonly found in baked goods, snacks, and spreads.
Health notes
Fully hydrogenated vegetable oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Unlike partially hydrogenated oils, which were a source of artificial trans fats and are no longer GRAS since 2018, fully hydrogenated oils contain very little to no trans fat. However, they are a source of saturated fat, and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. JECFA has evaluated the hydrogenation process for fats and oils.
Allergen info
This ingredient is derived from vegetable oils. Depending on the source oil, it could be derived from major allergens such as soy or peanuts. If the source is not a major allergen (e.g., palm, sunflower), it is not considered a major allergen itself.
Products containing Fully Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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Supervalu, Inc.
Crunchy Peanut Butter, Peanut Butter
594kcal
21.9Protein
46.9Fat
18.8Carbs
The J.M. Smucker Company
Creamy Peanut Butter
613kcal
22.6Protein
51.6Fat
19.4Carbs
Topco Associates, Inc.
Sausage, Egg & Cheese Seasoned Sausage With Scrambled Eggs & Cheddar Cheese In A Crispy Golden Crust Breakfast Stuffed Sandwiches, Sausage, Egg & Cheese
High in sodium — 27% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
276kcal
7.1Protein
11.8Fat
33.1Carbs
Italian Rose Company
Cookie Dough Snack-Pack, Dreamy Peanut Butter
High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving
393kcal
5.4Protein
14.3Fat
62.5Carbs
Harris-Teeter Inc.
Creamy Peanut Butter, Creamy
625kcal
25Protein
50Fat
21.9Carbs
The Kroger Co.
Roasted Peanuts And Honey, Creamy
529kcal
17.6Protein
38.2Fat
32.4Carbs
The Kroger Co.
Roasted Peanut And Honey, Crunchy
529kcal
20.6Protein
41.2Fat
29.4Carbs
Hebert Confections, LLC
Mini Chocolate Covered Sea Salt Caramels, Sea Salt Caramels
429kcal
3.6Protein
21.4Fat
60.7Carbs
Hebert Confections, LLC
Mini Chocolate Covered Sea Salt Caramels, Sea Salt
429kcal
3.6Protein
21.4Fat
60.7Carbs