Interesterified Palm Oil
EATLABEL VERDICT
Caution Required
Daily intake limits or allergy advisory
-10 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Chemically or enzymatically restructured palm fat used to avoid trans fat labeling, associated with impaired lipid and glucose metabolism.
Official Category: Processed Fats & Imitation Ingredients (가공유지·모조원료·원가절감재)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved; labeled as processed fat (interesterified oil)
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS approved; ongoing debate on metabolic effects
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Approved under EFSA metabolic monitoring
Commonly Found Foods
Chocolatesbiscuitsinstant noodle frying oilice creams
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Pure cocoa butter✓ Cold-pressed plant oils
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