Soybean Oil / Cottonseed Oil For Passover

Soybean oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the soybean plant. Cottonseed oil is extracted from the seeds of cotton plants. Both are refined through processes that remove impurities, resulting in a neutral-tasting oil.

Manufacturers use soybean and cottonseed oils as cooking oils and as ingredients in a wide variety of processed foods. They function as fats and oils, providing texture, mouthfeel, and acting as carriers for flavors. They are commonly found in salad dressings, baked goods, fried foods, and processed meats.

Soybean oil and cottonseed oil are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are primarily composed of unsaturated fats, including polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated these oils. Evidence on the health effects of dietary fats is ongoing, with recommendations generally favoring unsaturated fats over saturated and trans fats.