Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat is permitted with restrictions and maximum levels in European Union: declare as "fully hydrogenated [source] oil/fat" in the ingredient list.
Hydrogenated vegetable fats are plant oils hardened by adding hydrogen. Fully hydrogenated fats are virtually trans-fat-free saturated fats; it is partial hydrogenation that creates artificial trans fats. In European Union, Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat is regulated under FIC Regulation 1169/2011 as a food fat. Fully hydrogenated fats (not partially) have very low trans fat content and are less restricted. However, EU trans fat limit (2g/100g fat) still applies to finished product. Must declare specific plant source and hydrogenation status. "Vegetable fat (hydrogenated)" is compliant for fully hydrogenated fats.
LabelGuard scans your label for Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat and all its common names (Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Hardened vegetable fat, Vegetable shortening, Fully hydrogenated soybean oil) to verify correct declaration, required E-numbers, and proper functional class labeling under EU rules.
Start Your Compliance CheckHydrogenated vegetable fats are plant oils hardened by adding hydrogen. Fully hydrogenated fats are virtually trans-fat-free saturated fats; it is partial hydrogenation that creates artificial trans fats. It commonly appears in: Biscuits, Crackers, Chocolate coatings, Non-dairy whipped topping, Peanut butter (stabilized).
Fully hydrogenated fats do not carry the trans-fat risk of partially hydrogenated oils, but they are saturated fats and count toward saturated-fat intake. The labeling obligation in most markets is to state both the hydrogenation status and the specific plant source (e.g. "fully hydrogenated soybean oil").
Declare as "fully hydrogenated [source] oil/fat" in the ingredient list. Fully hydrogenated fats (not partially) have very low trans fat content and are less restricted. However, EU trans fat limit (2g/100g fat) still applies to finished product. Must declare specific plant source and hydrogenation status. "Vegetable fat (hydrogenated)" is compliant for fully hydrogenated fats.
Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat may appear under the following names: Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Hardened vegetable fat, Vegetable shortening, Fully hydrogenated soybean oil. Common hidden sources include: Biscuits, Crackers, Chocolate coatings, Non-dairy whipped topping, Peanut butter (stabilized), Some spreads.
Restricted with maximum levels in: EU, UK, Canada.
Last updated: 2026-07-20
Disclaimer: This information is for guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult official regulations and seek professional legal advice for specific compliance questions.
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