Organic Expeller Pressed High Oleic Sunflower Oil

This is a type of sunflower oil made from sunflowers specifically bred to have a high amount of oleic acid, a type of monounsaturated fat. The oil is extracted using an expeller press, a mechanical method that does not use chemical solvents. The 'organic' label means the sunflowers were grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers.

Manufacturers use this oil as a cooking oil and a fat source in packaged foods. Its high oleic acid content makes it more stable at high temperatures and gives it a longer shelf life compared to other vegetable oils. It is commonly found in snacks like chips, pretzels, and popcorn.

Organic expeller pressed high oleic sunflower oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Like other vegetable oils, it is a source of fat and calories. The FDA has not set specific upper intake limits for this type of oil. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated fats and oils, but specific evaluations for this precise variety may vary.