Palm Oil With Citric Acid
What is Palm Oil With Citric Acid?
Palm oil is a vegetable oil derived from the fruit of oil palm trees. It is a semi-solid fat at room temperature. Citric acid is a weak organic acid naturally found in citrus fruits, often produced commercially through fermentation.
Is Palm Oil With Citric Acid vegan?
Palm Oil With Citric Acid is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Palm Oil With Citric Acid gluten-free?
Neither ingredient contains gluten.
Is Palm Oil With Citric Acid a major allergen?
Palm oil is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Palm Oil With Citric Acid used for?
Palm oil is used as a cooking oil and as an ingredient in processed foods due to its texture and stability.
Is Palm Oil With Citric Acid safe?
Palm oil is a source of saturated fat, and its consumption has been debated in relation to heart health.
Why it's used
Palm oil is used as a cooking oil and as an ingredient in processed foods due to its texture and stability. Citric acid is commonly added to foods and beverages as a flavoring agent and preservative to provide a tart taste and enhance shelf life.
Health notes
Palm oil is a source of saturated fat, and its consumption has been debated in relation to heart health. Citric acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Both ingredients have been evaluated by international bodies like JECFA and EFSA.
Allergen info
Palm oil is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. Citric acid is not a major allergen. Neither ingredient contains gluten.
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