Margarine Liquid And Hydrogenated Soybean Oil

This ingredient is a blend of liquid margarine and hydrogenated soybean oil. Margarine is a spread often made from vegetable oils, water, salt, and emulsifiers. Hydrogenated soybean oil is derived from soybeans and has undergone a process that adds hydrogen to the oil, changing its texture and stability.

Manufacturers use this blend to provide rich texture, mouthfeel, and stability in food products. It functions as a fat source and a substitute for butter or shortening. You can find it in various processed foods, including baked goods, frozen desserts, and spreads.

Soybean oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs), which were a major source of artificial trans fats, are no longer generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA since 2018, effectively removing most artificial trans fats from the food supply. Fully hydrogenated oils, which contain very little to no trans fat, are still permitted for use. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend limiting saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. JECFA has evaluated fats and oils, and the health effects of trans fats have been extensively studied by global health organizations.