Sunflower Oil Canola Oil With Rosemary Extract

This ingredient is a blend of two common vegetable oils: sunflower oil and canola oil. Rosemary extract is added as a natural antioxidant to help preserve the oils and prevent them from going rancid. The oils are typically extracted from the seeds of sunflowers and the seeds of the canola plant.

Sunflower and canola oils are used in a wide variety of processed foods as a source of fat, providing texture and mouthfeel. The added rosemary extract acts as a preservative, extending the shelf life of the product by preventing oxidation. They are commonly found in salad dressings, baked goods, snacks, and pre-packaged produce.

Sunflower oil and canola oil are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are sources of unsaturated fats, including monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats. The FDA has established a Daily Value for total fat and saturated fat. JECFA has evaluated these oils and established acceptable daily intakes. Rosemary extract is also considered safe and is used as a flavoring and antioxidant.