Is hydrogenated oil banned in the US?
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In 2015, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) made a final determination that partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) were no longer “Generally Recognized as Safe” (GRAS), effectively banning this specific type of hydrogenated oil in the US food supply. The landmark decision targeted artificial trans fat, a major public health concern linked to heart disease.
