Ingredient

Or Partially Hydrogenated Soy Oil

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers historically added partially hydrogenated soy oil to foods to improve texture, stability, and …

What it is

Partially hydrogenated soy oil is a type of vegetable oil made from soybeans. It undergoes a process called partial hydrogenation, where hydrogen atoms are added to the oil molecules. This process changes the oil's texture, making it more solid at room temperature.

Why it's used

Manufacturers historically added partially hydrogenated soy oil to foods to improve texture, stability, and shelf life. It was commonly found in baked goods, snack foods, fried foods, and some margarines.

Health notes

Partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) are no longer generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA since 2018. This action effectively removed most artificial trans fat from the US food supply. The FDA determined that PHOs are the primary dietary source of artificial trans fat, which has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Or Partially Hydrogenated Soy Oil

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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