Sugar And Expeller Pressed Sunflower Oil
What is Sugar And Expeller Pressed Sunflower Oil?
This ingredient is a blend of sugar, typically sucrose from sugarcane or sugar beets, and oil extracted from sunflower seeds. The oil is obtained through a mechanical process called expeller pressing, which does not use chemical solvents.
Is Sugar And Expeller Pressed Sunflower Oil a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Sugar And Expeller Pressed Sunflower Oil used for?
It is primarily used as a sweetener and to provide fat content, contributing to flavor and texture in various food products.
Is Sugar And Expeller Pressed Sunflower Oil safe?
Both sugar and sunflower oil are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
It is primarily used as a sweetener and to provide fat content, contributing to flavor and texture in various food products. This blend is often found in snacks, trail mixes, and confectionery items.
Health notes
Both sugar and sunflower oil are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2025-2030) recommend no amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal. JECFA has evaluated both sugar and vegetable oils.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Sugar And Expeller Pressed Sunflower Oil
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429kcal
3.6Protein
25Fat
64.3Carbs
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High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
429kcal
3.6Protein
25Fat
64.3Carbs
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471kcal
11.8Protein
29.4Fat
50Carbs
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