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Fractionated Coconut Oil
Fractionated Coconut Oil
Low concern
Fractionated coconut oil (MCT oil) is a refined fat with rapid metabolism. It contains saturated fatty acids; high intake of saturated fat is discouraged in dietary guidelines.
Found in
436 products
What it is
Coconut oil from which long-chain fatty acids have been removed, leaving primarily medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs, mainly C8-C10).
Liquid stable cooking/carrier oil; used in supplements, coffee creamers.
Why it's flagged
- saturated fat content
What regulators actually say
"Limit saturated fat to less than 10 percent of calories per day."
"FDA evaluates fats and oils intended for use in food."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS (medium-chain triglycerides; coconut oil)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted food ingredient
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