ORGANIC PALM FRUIT SHORTENING, mechanically pressed

Our palm oil is certified Identity Preserved (IP) by theRound Table on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), the most stringent supply chain certification available. This ensures our palm oil is kept separate throughout the supply chain for true traceability. Our palm products are produced withIBD EcoSocial Fair Tradecertification which addresses critical points for environmental, social and economic impact.
Production:The oil is extracted from the pulp of the palm tree fruit. Palm trees are organically cultivated and the oil is physically extracted (by mechanical pressing) without the use of solvents or other chemical substances. Refining of the oil utilizes the USDA NOP-approved processing aids citric acid and bleaching earth. These are not considered additives since they are removed during processing. The palm oil is fractionated through successive steps of cooling and filtration and then the fractions are recombined in the desired proportions to make our shortening.
Qualities:Palm shortening is palm oil that has some of its unsaturated fats removed, giving it a very firm texture and high melting point of about 36C or 97Fmaking it therefore very shelf stable. It is however NOT hydrogenatedand contains NO trans fats!
Common use:palm shorteningis great for deep-fat frying and baking, and is not prone to rancidity. Since it has been separated from some of the unsaturated portion of the oil, it is colorless and odorless, and will not affect the taste of foods likered or virgin palm oildoes.
Disclaimer:This product has been packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, and soy products.This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.