Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
Babassu oil is a traditional edible plant oil with high saturated (lauric) fat content similar to coconut oil. Standard concerns about saturated fat intake apply when used in food.
What it is
Babassu oil, a vegetable oil pressed from the kernels of the Orbignya oleifera (babassu) palm native to South America.
Edible vegetable oil similar to coconut oil (high lauric content); also used in cosmetics as emollient.
Why it's flagged
- high saturated fat content
What regulators actually say
"Saturated fat is required to be declared on the Nutrition Facts label, reflecting public health guidance to limit saturated fat intake."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Vegetable oil; falls under general food categories. Not a single regulated additive.
European Union — EFSA
Permitted as a vegetable oil; cosmetic use under EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009.
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