Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat is permitted with proper declaration in United States: declare as "fully hydrogenated [source] oil" 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 United States, Hydrogenated Vegetable Fat is regulated under FDCA & FSMA as a food fat. Fully hydrogenated oils are distinguished from partially hydrogenated oils (which are banned). Fully hydrogenated oils do not contain trans fats and maintain GRAS status. Must specify the source (e.g., "fully hydrogenated soybean oil").
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 US 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" in the ingredient list. Fully hydrogenated oils are distinguished from partially hydrogenated oils (which are banned). Fully hydrogenated oils do not contain trans fats and maintain GRAS status. Must specify the source (e.g., "fully hydrogenated soybean oil").
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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