Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Palm Kernel Oil
What is Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Palm Kernel Oil?
Hydrogenated vegetable oil palm kernel oil is a fat derived from palm kernel oil that has undergone a process called hydrogenation. This process adds hydrogen atoms to the oil, changing its texture and stability. Palm kernel oil is extracted from the kernel (seed) of the oil palm tree.
Is Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Palm Kernel Oil vegan?
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Palm Kernel Oil is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Palm Kernel Oil a major allergen?
Palm kernel oil is not considered one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.
What is Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Palm Kernel Oil used for?
Manufacturers add this ingredient to foods to improve texture, extend shelf life, and provide a solid or semi-solid consistency at room temperature.
Is Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Palm Kernel Oil safe?
Partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs), which are a source of artificial trans fats, are no longer generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA since 2018.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add this ingredient to foods to improve texture, extend shelf life, and provide a solid or semi-solid consistency at room temperature. It is commonly found in products like candy, ice cream, and baked goods to prevent melting and improve mouthfeel.
Health notes
Partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs), which are a source of artificial trans fats, are no longer generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA since 2018. This action effectively removed most artificial trans fats from the US food supply. The ingredient 'hydrogenated vegetable oil' can refer to either partially or fully hydrogenated oils; fully hydrogenated oils do not contain artificial trans fats. Both the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend minimizing the intake of trans fats. JECFA has evaluated trans fatty acids and noted there is no known benefit to their consumption.
Allergen info
Palm kernel oil is not considered one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.
Foods that contain Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Palm Kernel Oil
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The Hershey Company
Pretzel Delights
High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving
467kcal
3.3Protein
20Fat
70Carbs
The Hershey Company
Creamy Peanut Butter, Caramel, Peanuts And Pecans Wrapped In Milk Chocolate Clusters, Creamy Peanut Butter, Caramel
High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving
517kcal
10.3Protein
27.6Fat
55.2Carbs
Mayfield Dairy Farms, Inc.
Peanut Butter Candy Pieces Sunday Delights, Peanut Butter Candy Pieces
High in saturated fat — 51% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 44% DV per serving
—kcal
6.9Protein
17.6Fat
28.2Carbs
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