Additives · Fat

Partially hydrogenated oils

The main source of artificial trans fat.

Where it's restricted

What each rule says, with sources

• ✕ US (FDA): Authorization revoked FDA determined in 2015 that they are no longer generally recognized as safe; makers had to remove them, with final compliance dates in 2018-2020. Labels on file may predate that. (80 FR 34650 (2015)) Source
• ! Texas: Warning label required from 2027-01-01 Labels developed on or after January 1, 2027 must warn that the product contains an ingredient not recommended for consumption in Australia, Canada, the EU or the UK. (SB 25 (2025)) Source
• ! Louisiana: Warning label required from 2028-01-01 Products containing it must carry a QR code disclosure from January 1, 2028. (SB 14, Act 463 (2025)) Source

Also listed on labels as: Partially Hydrogenated.

Products that list it

8,465 products in USDA's label data name Partially hydrogenated oils in their ingredients.

• Seafood Bake Tempo · Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers · 1 recall · 1 additive banned somewhere
• Salad Topping Durkee · Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise · 1 recall · 2 additives banned somewhere
• Ice Cream Bars Kroger · Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt · 1 recall · 1 additive banned somewhere
• Red Potato Salad Weis 2 Go · Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes · 3 recalls · 1 additive banned somewhere
• Turtle Brownie Mix Rabbit Creek Gourmet · Cake, Cookie & Cupcake Mixes · 1 recall · 1 additive banned somewhere
• Sweet 'N Salty Mix Kar's · Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks · 1 recall · 6 additives banned somewhere
• Frosted Mini Donuts Dolly Madison Bakery · Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes · 1 recall · 1 additive banned somewhere
• Chopped Asian Salad Kit Fresh Express · Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes · 1 recall · 2 additives banned somewhere
• New England Clam Chowder Pick Place Chowder · Other Soups · 1 recall · 1 additive banned somewhere
• Fruit Vines Bites, Cherry Red Vines · Candy · 1 recall · 4 additives banned somewhere
• Power Play Fudge Ice Cream Power Play Fudge · Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt · 1 recall · 2 additives banned somewhere
• Three Cheese Beer Bread Mix Rabbit Creek · Bread & Muffin Mixes · 1 recall · 2 additives banned somewhere