Ingredient

Palm Oil With Lecithin

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Palm oil is used as a cooking oil and as an ingredient in processed …

What it is

Palm oil is a vegetable oil derived from the fruit of oil palms. It is a semi-solid at room temperature and has a neutral flavor. It is processed from the fruit's flesh, and palm kernel oil is extracted from the seed.

Why it's used

Palm oil is used as a cooking oil and as an ingredient in processed foods. Its semi-solid texture makes it useful in baked goods, margarine, and confectionery. Lecithin, often added to palm oil, acts as an emulsifier, helping to blend ingredients that don't normally mix, like oil and water.

Health notes

Palm oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of saturated fat, and dietary guidelines recommend limiting saturated fat intake. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated palm oil. Evidence on the health effects of palm oil consumption is mixed, with some studies suggesting potential negative impacts on heart health due to its saturated fat content, while others highlight its vitamin E content.

Allergen info

Palm oil itself is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Lecithin can be derived from soy or egg, which are major allergens; if derived from soy, it would be listed as soy lecithin.

Products containing Palm Oil With Lecithin

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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