Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Canola Oil
What is Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Canola Oil?
Partially hydrogenated soybean canola oil is a type of fat made by adding hydrogen to liquid soybean and canola oils. This process makes the oil more solid at room temperature and extends its shelf life.
Is Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Canola Oil vegan?
Partially Hydrogenated Soybean 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 Soybean Canola Oil a major allergen?
This ingredient contains soybean, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.
What is Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Canola Oil used for?
Manufacturers used this ingredient to improve the texture and stability of processed foods.
Is Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Canola Oil safe?
In the United States, partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) are no longer generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use in food, a determination made by the FDA in 2015, with a compliance date of 2018.
Why it's used
Manufacturers used this ingredient to improve the texture and stability of processed foods. It was commonly found in baked goods, fried foods, and snack items to give them a desirable consistency and prevent spoilage.
Health notes
In the United States, partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) are no longer generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use in food, a determination made by the FDA in 2015, with a compliance date of 2018. This action was taken because PHOs are a primary source of artificial trans fat, which has been linked to negative health effects, particularly on heart health. The FDA's decision effectively removed most artificial trans fat from the US food supply.
Allergen info
This ingredient contains soybean, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.
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