Ingredient

Partially Hydrogenated Canola Oil

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers used partially hydrogenated oils to improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of …

What is Partially Hydrogenated Canola Oil?

Partially hydrogenated canola oil is a type of fat made from canola oil that has undergone a process called partial hydrogenation. This process adds hydrogen atoms to the oil, changing its chemical structure from liquid to solid or semi-solid at room temperature.

Is Partially Hydrogenated Canola Oil vegan?

Partially Hydrogenated Canola Oil is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Partially Hydrogenated Canola Oil a major allergen?

Canola oil is not considered one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

What is Partially Hydrogenated Canola Oil used for?

Manufacturers used partially hydrogenated oils to improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of processed foods.

Is Partially Hydrogenated Canola Oil safe?

Partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) are no longer generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA since 2018, which effectively removed most artificial trans fat from the food supply.

Why it's used

Manufacturers used partially hydrogenated oils to improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of processed foods. It was commonly found in baked goods, snack foods, and fried items, as well as products like gravy mixes and frozen desserts.

Health notes

Partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) are no longer generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA since 2018, which effectively removed most artificial trans fat from the food supply. This change was due to scientific evidence linking artificial trans fat consumption to increased risk of heart disease. JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated trans fats, noting health concerns. The FDA's action aimed to protect public health by reducing dietary intake of artificial trans fat.

Allergen info

Canola oil is not considered one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.

Foods that contain Partially Hydrogenated Canola Oil

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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