Naturally Pressed Soybean Oil

Soybean oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the soybean plant. It is produced by crushing the soybeans and then extracting the oil, often using a solvent like hexane, followed by refining, bleaching, and deodorizing steps. 'Naturally pressed' indicates the oil was extracted using mechanical pressing rather than solvent extraction, and may involve less refining.

Soybean oil is a common cooking oil and ingredient used in many processed foods. It functions as a fat and oil, providing texture, mouthfeel, and helping to blend other ingredients. It is found in products like salad dressings, baked goods, margarine, and snack foods.

Soybean oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, including omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. While generally considered healthy in moderation as part of a balanced diet, some research has explored the effects of high omega-6 intake, though evidence is mixed and typical dietary intake is not considered harmful by major health organizations. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated soybean oil.