Ingredient

Palm Kernel And Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

It is used as a fat in baked goods, confectionery, and non-dairy creamers. Manufacturers …

What it is

Palm kernel oil comes from the seed of the oil palm tree. Hydrogenation is a process that adds hydrogen to liquid vegetable oils, making them more solid and stable. This process can create saturated and trans fats.

Why it's used

It is used as a fat in baked goods, confectionery, and non-dairy creamers. Manufacturers add it for texture, stability, and to prevent separation in food products.

Health notes

Palm kernel oil is high in saturated fat. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not established specific upper intake levels for saturated fat, but dietary guidelines recommend limiting intake. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated fats and oils, and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) also assesses food ingredients. Evidence on the health effects of saturated fats is mixed and subject to ongoing research.

Allergen info

Palm kernel oil is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Palm Kernel And Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil

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Weis Markets, Inc. Melting Wafers, Dark Chocolate Baking Decorations & Dessert Toppings High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 517kcal 3.5Protein 31.0Fat 65.5Carbs Long Grove Confectionery Co. Long Grove Confectionery Co., Pretzels, Cherry, Cherry Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 550kcal 5Protein 22.5Fat 80Carbs Wilton Industries Inc. Wilton, Candy Melts, Pre-Baked Cookie Kit Cookies & Biscuits 462kcal 3.9Protein 19.2Fat 73.1Carbs Just Born, Inc. Raspberry Flavored Marshmallow Dipped In Decadent Creme Flavored Fudge, Raspberry Candy High in added sugars — 78% DV per serving 375kcal 1.8Protein 7.1Fat 76.8Carbs Jo-Lee Food Products, Inc. Blueberry Flavored Yogurt Pretzels, Blueberry Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 500kcal 3.3Protein 20Fat 73.3Carbs Keebler Company Maple Creme Flavored Cookies, Maple Creme Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 500kcal 3.6Protein 25Fat 67.9Carbs International Foodsource Dark Chocolate Pretzels, Dark Chocolate Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 467kcal 3.3Protein 20Fat 70Carbs

Cookies United, LLC Vanilla Cakes, Chocolate Cream, Fudge Coating, M&M's Minis Candies Cake Bites Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 440kcal 4Protein 24Fat 54Carbs Cookies United, LLC Snickers Nougat Flavored Cake With Snickers Pieces & Roasted Peanuts, Caramel Filling, Rich Milk Chocolate Coating, Snickers Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 440kcal 4Protein 24Fat 54Carbs

Cookies United, LLC Snickers Nougat Flavored Cake With Snickers Pieces & Roasted Peanuts, Caramel Filling, Rich Milk Chocolate Coating, Snickers Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving 440kcal 4Protein 24Fat 54Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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