Ingredient

Palm Kernel Oil &/or Safflower Oil

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
These oils are used as cooking oils and as ingredients in processed foods. They …

What it is

Palm kernel oil comes from the seed of the oil palm tree. Safflower oil is pressed from the seeds of the safflower plant. Both are vegetable oils used in cooking and food manufacturing.

Why it's used

These oils are used as cooking oils and as ingredients in processed foods. They provide texture, mouthfeel, and can act as a base for other flavors in products like candy, chocolate, baked goods, and snack foods.

Health notes

Palm kernel oil and safflower oil are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as food ingredients. They are sources of fatty acids, including saturated and unsaturated fats. JECFA has evaluated various fats and oils, and EFSA has also assessed their safety. Evidence on the health effects of specific oils is often mixed and depends on the overall diet.

Allergen info

Neither palm kernel oil nor safflower oil are among the nine major allergens designated by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Palm Kernel Oil &/or Safflower Oil

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Egg Hunt Candy Assortment Candy High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 500kcal 7.7Protein 26.9Fat 61.5Carbs Halloween Lovers Candy Assortment Candy High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 500kcal 11.8Protein 29.4Fat 55.9Carbs Leaf, Inc. Chocolatey Covered Peanut Caramel Bar, Chocolatey; Peanut; Caramel Chocolate 524kcal 9.5Protein 28.6Fat 57.1Carbs The Hershey Company Creamy Caramels Wrapped In Rich Chocolate Candy, Caramel; Chocolate Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 42% DV per serving 472kcal 5.6Protein 22.2Fat 66.7Carbs Miniatures Candy Assortment Candy High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 500kcal 7.7Protein 26.9Fat 61.5Carbs The Hershey Company Miniature - Cup, Wafer Bar, Bar, Balls, Candy, Peanut Butter, Malted Milk Candy High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving 500kcal 5.9Protein 26.5Fat 64.7Carbs Birthday Cake Flavored Creme With Sprinkles, Birthday Cake The Hershey Company Birthday Cake Flavored Creme With Sprinkles, Birthday Cake Candy High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 500kcal 6.2Protein 25Fat 65.6Carbs The Hershey Company Chocolate Candy Miniatures, Chocolate Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving 500kcal 5.9Protein 29.4Fat 61.8Carbs The Hershey Company Chocolate Candy & Peanut Butter Creme Bells, Chocolate Candy & Peanut Butter Creme Candy High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 533kcal 6.7Protein 33.3Fat 56.7Carbs Birthday Cake Flavored Creme With Sprinkles, Birthday Cake The Hershey Company Birthday Cake Flavored Creme With Sprinkles, Birthday Cake Chocolate High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 500kcal 6.2Protein 25Fat 65.6Carbs Caramel Lovers Candy Assortment Chocolate High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving 458kcal 0Protein 16.7Fat 75Carbs Chocolatey Covered Peanut Caramel Bar, Chocolatey Leaf, Inc. Chocolatey Covered Peanut Caramel Bar, Chocolatey Candy High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 476kcal 9.5Protein 28.6Fat 61.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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