Sunflower Oil With Natural Tocopherols To Preserve Freshness

Sunflower oil is a vegetable oil extracted from sunflower seeds. It is a common cooking oil and is often used in processed foods. Natural tocopherols, also known as vitamin E, are added to help prevent the oil from spoiling and maintain its freshness.

Sunflower oil is added to foods as a source of fat and to improve texture and mouthfeel. It is frequently found in baked goods like crackers and biscotti, as well as snack foods. The added tocopherols act as antioxidants, preserving the quality of the oil.

Sunflower oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, which are considered healthier fats. The FDA has established a Daily Value for total fat. JECFA has evaluated sunflower oil and found no safety concerns. While generally healthy, excessive intake of any fat can contribute to weight gain.