Hydrogenated palm oil

Hydrogenated palm oil (CAS 68514-74-9) is produced by catalytic hydrogenation of crude or refined palm oil to raise its melting point and extend shelf stability.

Where is Hydrogenated palm oil used?

• Food: shortening and texturizer in baked goods, confectionery coatings and margarine
• Personal care: lipsticks, balms and creams needing controlled melt behaviour and skin-feel
• Adhesives and hot-melt formulations: rheology control and processing lubricant improving flow during compounding
• Coatings and release agents: stable, non-tacky fat matrix
• It serves as a structuring agent, emulsifier and lubricant.

Good to know: Fully hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated grades exist; food-grade material commonly meets FCC and Codex Alimentarius standards, while technical grades serve industrial and cosmetic uses where food certification is not required.

Commercial specifications

• Fully hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated grades