Ingredient

Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil With Soy Lecithin

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
It is used in foods like candy, popcorn, and cookies to provide texture, stability, …

What it is

This ingredient is a blend of hydrogenated palm kernel oil and soy lecithin. Palm kernel oil is a plant-based fat extracted from the kernel of the oil palm fruit. Hydrogenation is a process that adds hydrogen to fats, making them more solid and stable at room temperature. Soy lecithin is an emulsifier derived from soybeans.

Why it's used

It is used in foods like candy, popcorn, and cookies to provide texture, stability, and to help blend ingredients that normally separate, such as oil and water. It functions as a fat source, a texturizer, and an emulsifier.

Health notes

Hydrogenated palm kernel oil is a processed fat. If it is partially hydrogenated, it falls under the category of partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs). The FDA revoked the Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status for PHOs in 2018 because they were the primary source of artificial trans fats in the food supply. Soy lecithin is considered Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. JECFA has evaluated lecithin and set an acceptable daily intake.

Allergen info

This ingredient contains soy, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

Products containing Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil With Soy Lecithin

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Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Roundys Supermarket, Dark Chocolate Caramel Fudge Candy High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 372kcal 2.3Protein 13.9Fat 69.8Carbs Perry County Cheese Company Gourmet Fudge, Chocolate Mint Candy High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 381kcal 2.4Protein 11.9Fat 66.7Carbs Perry County Cheese Company Cookies N Creme Fudge Candy High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 405kcal 0Protein 14.3Fat 64.3Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Mint Chocolate Fudge, Mint Chocolate Candy High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 381kcal 2.4Protein 11.9Fat 59.5Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Raspberry Chocolate Fudge, Raspberry Chocolate Candy High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 381kcal 2.4Protein 11.9Fat 66.7Carbs Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc. Roundy's, Yogurt Pretzels Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 524kcal —Protein 26.2Fat 66.7Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Wegmans, Tr-Colored Almonds Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 524kcal 7.1Protein 35.7Fat 50Carbs Fenton Enterprises, Inc. Kara Chocolates, Fudge, Pumpkin Spice, Pumpkin Spice Candy 375kcal 2.5Protein 10Fat 67.5Carbs Perry County Cheese Company Chocolate Fudge Candy 381kcal 2.4Protein 9.5Fat 66.7Carbs Perry County Cheese Company Chocolate Fresh Fudge, Chocolate Candy 381kcal 2.4Protein 9.5Fat 66.7Carbs Perry County Cheese Company Fudge, Peanut Butter Candy High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 405kcal 4.8Protein 21.4Fat 50Carbs Perry County Cheese Company Salted Caramel Fudge Candy High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 405kcal 2.4Protein 14.3Fat 66.7Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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