Last reviewed May 2026 · 1 min read
Is Interesterified Fat vegan?
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It depends — Can be produced from vegetable oils (vegan) or animal fats (non-vegan).
01 · The basics
What is Interesterified Fat?
A type of oil where the fatty acids have been rearranged to change the melting point.
02 · The source
Where it comes from
Can be produced from vegetable oils (vegan) or animal fats (non-vegan). Check the source.
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Is interesterified fat vegan?
Only if derived from vegetable oils. It is often used as a replacement for trans fats.
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Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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Trans Fats
A type of unsaturated fat that occurs in small amounts in nature but is widely produced industrially.
Partially Hydrogenated Oil
A type of fat used to increase the shelf life and flavor stability of foods.
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