Ingredient

Partially Hydrogenated Palm Kernel And Coconut

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

What it is

Partially hydrogenated palm kernel and coconut oil is a fat created by adding hydrogen to liquid palm kernel and coconut oils. This process makes the oils more solid at room temperature and increases their shelf stability.

Why it's used

Manufacturers historically used partially hydrogenated oils to improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of processed foods. They were commonly found in baked goods, snack foods, and fried items.

Health notes

Partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) are no longer generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use in food by the FDA since 2018. This action led to the removal of most artificial trans fat from the US food supply. High intake of artificial trans fats, which were a significant component of PHOs, has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease. The FDA's decision to revoke the GRAS status for PHOs was based on extensive scientific evidence regarding these health concerns.

Allergen info

Coconut is considered a major allergen by the FDA, as it is a tree nut. Palm kernel oil is not a major allergen.

Products containing Partially Hydrogenated Palm Kernel And Coconut

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Curation Foods, Inc. Holiday Helper Tray Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 188kcal 4.7Protein 11.8Fat 14.1Carbs Bay Valley Foods, LLC Perfect Party Mix Other Snacks 433kcal 6.7Protein 10Fat 76.7Carbs American Importing Co. Inc. American Importing Co, Perfect Party Mix Other Snacks 424kcal 9.1Protein 7.6Fat 78.8Carbs Palmer Candy Company Palmer's, Cordial Cherry Drizzled Corn Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 467kcal 3.3Protein 16.7Fat 76.7Carbs Palmer Candy Company Palmer's Candies, Snowflake Pretzels Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 500kcal 6.7Protein 20Fat 70Carbs Harmons Inc Harmons, Christmas Tree Pretzel Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 500kcal 6.7Protein 20Fat 70Carbs Harmons Inc Harmons, Peppermint Pretzels Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 467kcal 6.7Protein 20Fat 70Carbs Hy-Vee, Inc. Pretzels Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 500kcal 6.7Protein 20Fat 70Carbs Target Stores White Dipped Heart-Shaped Pretzels, White Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 467kcal 6.7Protein 20Fat 70Carbs Target Stores Snack Tray, Chocolate & Peanut Butter Cereal Bites, Milk Chocolate Dipped Pretzels, Caramel Swirl Pretzels Lunch Snacks & Combinations High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 475kcal 5Protein 17.5Fat 75Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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