Palm Kernel Cottonseed

Palm kernel oil is extracted from the seed of the oil palm tree. Cottonseed oil is extracted from the seeds of cotton plants. Both are vegetable oils that can be refined, bleached, and deodorized for use in food.

These oils are often used in baked goods, confectionery, and snack foods. They provide a neutral flavor and a smooth texture, and can act as a shortening or frying oil.

Palm kernel oil and cottonseed oil are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for food use. They are primarily composed of saturated and unsaturated fats. Like other fats and oils, they contribute calories to the diet. JECFA has evaluated various fats and oils, but specific evaluations for these blended oils are not typically highlighted.