Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Cottonseed Soybean
What is Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Cottonseed Soybean?
Partially hydrogenated vegetable oil is a type of fat created by adding hydrogen to liquid vegetable oils, such as cottonseed and soybean oil, through a process called partial hydrogenation. This process changes the oil's chemical structure, making it more solid at room temperature.
Is Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Cottonseed Soybean vegan?
Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Cottonseed Soybean is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Cottonseed Soybean a major allergen?
This ingredient is derived from soybean oil, which is one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA.
What is Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Cottonseed Soybean used for?
Manufacturers historically used partially hydrogenated oils to improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of processed foods.
Is Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Cottonseed Soybean safe?
Partially hydrogenated oils are the primary source of artificial trans fat in the diet.
Why it's used
Manufacturers historically used partially hydrogenated oils to improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of processed foods. It was commonly found in baked goods like cookies, cakes, and mixes, as well as in frostings and snack foods.
Health notes
Partially hydrogenated oils are the primary source of artificial trans fat in the diet. The FDA determined that partially hydrogenated oils are no longer Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for use in human food, with the compliance date for removal from most products being 2018. This action was taken due to scientific evidence linking artificial trans fat consumption to increased risk of heart disease. JECFA has evaluated trans fatty acids and their health effects, noting concerns about cardiovascular disease.
Allergen info
This ingredient is derived from soybean oil, which is one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA.
Foods that contain Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil Cottonseed Soybean
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