Ingredient

The Following: Cocoa Butter

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Cocoa butter is used as a fat and flavor ingredient in chocolate and confectionery …

This entry is a label phrase. See the main ingredient page: Cocoa Butter.

What is The Following: Cocoa Butter?

Cocoa butter is the fat extracted from cocoa beans. It is a natural byproduct of the chocolate-making process, obtained after the cocoa solids are removed from roasted cocoa beans. This pale-yellow fat has a mild cocoa flavor and aroma.

Is The Following: Cocoa Butter vegan?

The Following: Cocoa Butter is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is The Following: Cocoa Butter gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is The Following: Cocoa Butter a major allergen?

Cocoa butter is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.

What is The Following: Cocoa Butter used for?

Cocoa butter is used as a fat and flavor ingredient in chocolate and confectionery products.

Is The Following: Cocoa Butter safe?

Cocoa butter is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.

Why it's used

Cocoa butter is used as a fat and flavor ingredient in chocolate and confectionery products. It gives chocolate its smooth texture and melt-in-your-mouth quality. It's also found in baked goods, ice cream, and some lotions and cosmetics.

Health notes

Cocoa butter is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is primarily composed of saturated and monounsaturated fats. While it contains some beneficial compounds found in cocoa, its health impact is mainly related to its fat content. JECFA has evaluated cocoa butter and set an acceptable daily intake. Evidence regarding the specific health effects of cocoa butter at typical dietary intakes is not conclusive.

Allergen info

Cocoa butter is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain The Following: Cocoa Butter

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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