Ingredient

Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use hydrogenated cottonseed oil to improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of …

What is Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil?

Hydrogenated cottonseed oil is a fat made from cottonseed oil that has been chemically changed through a process called hydrogenation. This process adds hydrogen atoms to the oil, making it more solid and stable at room temperature.

Is Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil vegan?

Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil used for?

Manufacturers use hydrogenated cottonseed oil to improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of various foods.

Is Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil safe?

Hydrogenated cottonseed oil is a modified fat.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use hydrogenated cottonseed oil to improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of various foods. It helps create desired consistencies in products like icings, baked goods, and candies.

Health notes

Hydrogenated cottonseed oil is a modified fat. Historically, partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) were a major source of artificial trans fat in the diet. The FDA determined that PHOs are no longer generally recognized as safe (GRAS) and set a compliance date of 2018 for their removal from most foods, significantly reducing artificial trans fat in the US food supply. While fully hydrogenated oils contain minimal trans fat, the FDA advises limiting intake of trans fats due to their association with an increased risk of heart disease.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Foods that contain Hydrogenated Cottonseed Oil

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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