Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Macadamia is one of the FDA-recognized tree nuts requiring allergen labeling under FALCPA. The oil itself, if highly refined, is excluded from the major food allergen definition; less-refined oils may retain allergenic proteins.
What it is
Oil pressed from the seeds (kernels) of the macadamia nut tree (Macadamia integrifolia/ternifolia).
Used as a culinary oil and as an emollient in cosmetics; high in monounsaturated fats (oleic, palmitoleic acid).
Why it's flagged
- tree nut allergen (less-refined oils)
- high calorie density
What regulators actually say
"The FD&C Act requires that the specific type of tree nut be declared (e.g., almonds, pecans, or walnuts). Highly refined oil derived from tree nuts and any ingredient derived from such highly refined oil are excluded from the definition of major food allergen."
"FALCPA - Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 covers tree nut allergens."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Whole-food culinary oil; tree nut allergen labeling required for unrefined oils under FALCPA.
European Union — EFSA
Permitted whole food; tree nut labeling required under EU 1169/2011.
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