Sustainably Sourced Palm Kernel & Palm Oil

Palm oil is a vegetable oil derived from the fruit of oil palm trees. It is extracted from both the flesh of the fruit (palm oil) and the kernel (palm kernel oil). These oils are widely used due to their versatility and relatively low cost of production.

Palm oil and palm kernel oil are used as cooking oils and in processed foods. They function as fats and oils, providing texture, mouthfeel, and stability. They are commonly found in baked goods, chocolate, ice cream, and margarine.

Palm oil is a source of saturated fat, which the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting to less than 10% of daily calories. The FDA considers palm oil and palm kernel oil to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). JECFA has evaluated palm oil and set an acceptable daily intake. Evidence on the health effects of palm oil consumption is mixed, with some studies suggesting potential negative impacts due to its saturated fat content, while others highlight the presence of beneficial compounds like tocotrienols.