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Lard

Also known as: Pork fat, Rendered pork fat

Low concern

Lard is an animal fat that is roughly 40% saturated fat and 45% monounsaturated fat. Like other saturated-fat-rich animal fats, high routine intake is associated with elevated LDL cholesterol; moderate culinary use is consistent with most dietary guidelines.

What it is

Rendered fat from pigs, semi-solid at room temperature and composed mainly of monounsaturated and saturated fatty acids.

Cooking and baking fat that provides flakiness in pastries, frying medium, and traditional flavor in many cuisines.

Why it's flagged

High in saturated fat; excessive intake linked to elevated LDL cholesterol
Not suitable for vegetarian, vegan, halal, or kosher diets

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Conventional food (21 CFR 166 and meat regulations)

European Union — EFSA

Authorised conventional food

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