Sustainable Organic Palm Fruit Oil
What is Sustainable Organic Palm Fruit Oil?
Sustainable Organic Palm Fruit Oil is a vegetable oil derived from the fruit of oil palm trees, grown using organic farming methods. The "sustainable" label indicates it is produced in ways intended to minimize environmental impact, such as protecting forests and wildlife. It is processed to extract the oil, which is then often refined.
Is Sustainable Organic Palm Fruit Oil vegan?
Sustainable Organic Palm Fruit Oil is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Sustainable Organic Palm Fruit Oil gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Sustainable Organic Palm Fruit Oil a major allergen?
Palm fruit oil is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is Sustainable Organic Palm Fruit Oil used for?
Palm fruit oil is used as a cooking oil and a food ingredient due to its stable texture and flavor.
Is Sustainable Organic Palm Fruit Oil safe?
Palm fruit oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Palm fruit oil is used as a cooking oil and a food ingredient due to its stable texture and flavor. It can add richness and a smooth mouthfeel to baked goods like cookies and biscuits, and is also found in some processed snacks.
Health notes
Palm fruit oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Like other fats, it is calorie-dense. The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine have not established a tolerable upper intake level for palm oil. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated palm oil and its derivatives. Concerns have been raised about the environmental impact of palm oil production, but this does not directly relate to its safety as a food ingredient when consumed in moderation.
Allergen info
Palm fruit oil is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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