Highly Refined Peanut Oil

Highly refined peanut oil is a cooking oil extracted from peanuts. The refining process involves steps like heating, bleaching, and deodorizing, which remove most of the compounds that cause peanut flavor and allergens. This makes it suitable for people with peanut allergies.

Manufacturers use highly refined peanut oil as a cooking oil and a source of fat in processed foods. Its neutral flavor and high smoke point make it versatile for baking and frying. It is often found in cookies, ice cream, and baked goods.

Highly refined peanut oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Due to the extensive refining process, it contains very low levels of peanut protein, making it unlikely to trigger allergic reactions in most individuals with peanut allergies. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated peanut oil. Typical intake is not associated with adverse health effects.