Partially Hydrogenated Palm Kernel
What is Partially Hydrogenated Palm Kernel?
Partially hydrogenated palm kernel oil is a type of fat made from palm kernel oil. Palm kernel oil comes from the kernel (the inner seed) of the oil palm fruit. The 'partially hydrogenated' part means the oil has been chemically treated to add hydrogen atoms, which makes it more solid at room temperature and helps it last longer.
Is Partially Hydrogenated Palm Kernel vegan?
Partially Hydrogenated Palm Kernel is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Partially Hydrogenated Palm Kernel a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Partially Hydrogenated Palm Kernel used for?
Manufacturers add this ingredient to foods to improve texture, mouthfeel, and stability.
Is Partially Hydrogenated Palm Kernel safe?
Partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) are no longer considered "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) by the FDA since 2018.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add this ingredient to foods to improve texture, mouthfeel, and stability. It helps create a desired consistency, such as creaminess in ice cream or a firm structure in baked goods. It is often found in cookies, cakes, and frozen desserts.
Health notes
Partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) are no longer considered "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) by the FDA since 2018. This action was taken because PHOs are the main source of artificial trans fats. Artificial trans fats have been linked to an increased risk of heart disease by raising "bad" cholesterol and lowering "good" cholesterol. Scientific bodies like the World Health Organization (WHO) recommend limiting trans fat intake.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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