Palm Oil & Fractionated Palm Oil
What is Palm Oil & Fractionated Palm Oil?
Palm oil is a vegetable oil derived from the fruit of the oil palm tree. It is a semi-solid at room temperature and is used in its natural form or fractionated into liquid (olein) and solid (stearin) components for different applications.
Is Palm Oil & Fractionated Palm Oil vegan?
Palm Oil & Fractionated Palm Oil is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Palm Oil & Fractionated Palm Oil gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Palm Oil & Fractionated Palm Oil a major allergen?
Palm oil is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Palm Oil & Fractionated Palm Oil used for?
Palm oil and its fractions are used as cooking oils and as ingredients in baked goods, confectionery, and processed foods.
Is Palm Oil & Fractionated Palm Oil safe?
Palm oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
Palm oil and its fractions are used as cooking oils and as ingredients in baked goods, confectionery, and processed foods. They provide a stable texture and mouthfeel, and can act as a leavening agent in some products.
Health notes
Palm oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. It is a source of saturated fat, and some research suggests high intake of saturated fat may be linked to increased risk of heart disease. However, the specific health effects of palm oil consumption are debated, with some studies indicating neutral or even beneficial effects. JECFA has evaluated palm oil and set an acceptable daily intake.
Allergen info
Palm oil is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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