Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil And Salt Added
What is Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil And Salt Added?
Partially hydrogenated soybean oil is a type of fat made from soybean oil. It is created by adding hydrogen to liquid soybean oil, which makes the oil more solid and stable at room temperature. The phrase "and salt added" indicates that salt is also present in the food product.
Is Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil And Salt Added vegan?
Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil And Salt Added 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 Oil And Salt Added a major allergen?
This ingredient contains soy, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.
What is Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil And Salt Added used for?
Partially hydrogenated soybean oil was commonly used in processed foods to improve texture, extend shelf life, and for frying.
Is Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil And Salt Added safe?
The FDA determined that partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) are no longer Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food since 2018.
Why it's used
Partially hydrogenated soybean oil was commonly used in processed foods to improve texture, extend shelf life, and for frying. It was found in many baked goods, fried snacks, and other packaged foods. The "salt added" component contributes to flavor and acts as a preservative in these products.
Health notes
The FDA determined that partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) are no longer Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in food since 2018. This action effectively removed most artificial trans fats, which are primarily found in PHOs, from the US food supply. Artificial trans fats are known to increase the risk of heart disease. JECFA has evaluated trans fatty acids and their health effects.
Allergen info
This ingredient contains soy, which is one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA.
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