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Partially Hydrogenated Palm Kernel And Cottonseed Oils
Partially Hydrogenated Palm Kernel And Cottonseed Oils
Banned
Partially hydrogenated oils contain artificial trans fats. FDA revoked GRAS status for PHOs in 2015; their use was banned in foods after 2020 with limited extensions.
Found in
71 products
What it is
Blend of palm kernel and cottonseed oils that have undergone partial hydrogenation, creating semi-solid fats containing trans fats
Used in confectionery coatings, fillings, and baked goods to provide solid texture and shelf stability
Why it's flagged
- Source of artificial trans fatty acids
- FDA revoked GRAS status effective 2018 for primary US dietary sources
What regulators actually say
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