Ingredient

Partially Hydrogenated Coconut

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers historically added partially hydrogenated coconut to foods to improve texture, extend shelf life, …

What it is

Partially hydrogenated coconut refers to coconut oil that has undergone a process called partial hydrogenation. This process involves adding hydrogen atoms to the oil's unsaturated fatty acids, changing its chemical structure. This makes the oil more solid at room temperature and increases its shelf stability.

Why it's used

Manufacturers historically added partially hydrogenated coconut to foods to improve texture, extend shelf life, and provide a solid fat source. It was often found in baked goods, snack foods, coffee creamers, and processed foods where a specific fat consistency was desired.

Health notes

Partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) were the primary source of artificial trans fat in the diet. The FDA determined that PHOs are no longer Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in human food, with a compliance date of 2018, effectively removing most artificial trans fat from the US food supply. Consumption of artificial trans fat has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease by raising 'bad' (LDL) cholesterol and lowering 'good' (HDL) cholesterol. JECFA has evaluated trans fatty acids and concluded that high intake increases the risk of coronary heart disease.

Allergen info

Coconut is recognized by the FDA as a tree nut for food labeling purposes, even though it is botanically a fruit. Therefore, products containing coconut must declare it as a major allergen.

Products containing Partially Hydrogenated Coconut

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HILLS BROS Hills Bros, Cappuccino Drink Mix, English Toffee Powdered Drinks 444kcal 7.4Protein 16.7Fat 70.4Carbs SPARTAN Spartan, Hot Cocoa Mix Powdered Drinks 375kcal 12.5Protein 6.2Fat 62.5Carbs Key Food Stores Co-Operative, Inc. Key Food, Hot Cocoa Mix Powdered Drinks 375kcal 12.5Protein 6.2Fat 62.5Carbs Safeway, Inc. Signature Kitchens, Hot Cocoa Mix, Rich Chocolate, Rich Chocolate Powdered Drinks 375kcal 12.5Protein 6.2Fat 62.5Carbs American Outdoor Products, Inc. Dark Chocolate Cheesecake With Chocolate Cookie Crumb Topping, Dark Chocolate Cheesecake Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 422kcal 12.5Protein 17.2Fat 53.1Carbs Alpine Management Group, LLC Pie Kit, Berry Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 449kcal 4.1Protein 14.3Fat 75.5Carbs

Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA, Inc. French Vanilla Decaf Cappuccino Cafe Style Drink Mix, French Vanilla Powdered Drinks 444kcal 7.4Protein 16.7Fat 70.4Carbs Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA, Inc. Cappuccino Drink Mix, English Toffee, English Toffee Powdered Drinks 444kcal 7.4Protein 16.7Fat 70.4Carbs The Kellogg Company Crunchy Outside Strawberry Flavored Filling Inside Sweetened Multi-Grain Cereal, Crunchy Outside Strawberry Filling Inside Cereal 367kcal 6.7Protein 3.3Fat 86.7Carbs The Kroger Co. Dulce De Leche Creme Pie, Dulce De Leche Creme Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 371kcal 3.4Protein 23.6Fat 36.0Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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