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Fully Hydrogenated Coconut Fat

Moderate concern

Fully hydrogenated fats do not contain trans fats (unlike partially hydrogenated oils, which were banned by FDA in 2018). However, fully hydrogenated coconut fat is essentially 100% saturated fat, raising LDL cholesterol concerns.

Found in

3 products

What it is

Coconut oil that has been fully hydrogenated, converting all unsaturated fats to saturated fats.

Solid fat for confectionery, baking, and processed foods; provides texture and stability.

Why it's flagged

very high saturated fat
raises LDL cholesterol

What regulators actually say

"FDA's determination applies only to partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs)... Fully hydrogenated oils are not affected by the determination."

FDA Final Determination Regarding Partially Hydrogenated Oils — fda.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Permitted; not subject to PHO ban (fully hydrogenated oils are not PHOs)

European Union — EFSA

Permitted edible fat

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