Soybean Palm Oil

Soybean palm oil is a blend of soybean oil and palm oil. Both oils are derived from plants: soybean oil comes from soybeans, and palm oil comes from the fruit of oil palm trees. The oils are typically refined, bleached, and deodorized before being blended.

This blend is used as a cooking oil and a food ingredient. Manufacturers use it for its neutral flavor and ability to improve texture and shelf life in processed foods like baked goods, snacks, and dairy alternatives.

Soybean palm oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended. It is a source of fat, providing calories and essential fatty acids. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated the individual components, soybean oil and palm oil, and found them safe for consumption within typical dietary levels. Concerns are sometimes raised about the saturated fat content of palm oil and the environmental impact of its production, but these are not directly related to the safety of the blended oil itself for consumption.