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🇦🇺 Partially Hydrogenated Oils on Food Labels in Australia

Partially Hydrogenated Oils is permitted with proper declaration in Australia & New Zealand: declare as "partially hydrogenated [source] oil" in the ingredient list.

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What the Rule Is

Artificially produced trans fats created by partial hydrogenation of vegetable oils, primary source of industrial trans fatty acids. In Australia & New Zealand, Partially Hydrogenated Oils is regulated under Food Standards Code as a food fat. FSANZ has not banned PHOs but does require trans fat labeling when claims are made about fat. Mandatory trans fat declaration is not yet required in Australia but FSANZ is reviewing.

What You Must Include
  • Declare as "partially hydrogenated [source] oil" in the ingredient list
  • Declare with functional class: "fat"
  • Review all compound ingredients for hidden sources
  • Cross-check all compound ingredients and sub-ingredients for hidden sources
Common Violations
  • Incorrect or missing declaration name — must use "partially hydrogenated [source] oil"
  • Using an ambiguous or abbreviated name that does not identify Partially Hydrogenated Oils
  • Missing the functional class in the ingredient declaration
  • Not updating the label after recipe changes involving this ingredient
  • Failing to check compound ingredients for hidden Partially Hydrogenated Oils content
Examples: Compliant vs Non-Compliant

Compliant Examples

"fat: partially hydrogenated [source] oil"
Full ingredient line: "Ingredients: ... partially hydrogenated [source] oil ..."

Non-Compliant Examples

Using a synonym (Partially hydrogenated vegetable oil, Partially hydrogenated soybean oil) without the approved declaration name
Ingredient list with "Partially Hydrogenated Oils" without functional class or E-number
"Natural [ingredient category]" without specific name where specific name is required
How LabelGuard Checks This

LabelGuard scans your label for Partially Hydrogenated Oils and all its common names (PHO, Partially hydrogenated vegetable oil, Partially hydrogenated soybean oil, Shortening) to verify correct declaration, required E-numbers, and proper functional class labeling under Australia rules.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How must Partially Hydrogenated Oils be declared on food labels in Australia?

Declare as "partially hydrogenated [source] oil" in the ingredient list. FSANZ has not banned PHOs but does require trans fat labeling when claims are made about fat. Mandatory trans fat declaration is not yet required in Australia but FSANZ is reviewing.

What are the common synonyms and hidden sources of Partially Hydrogenated Oils?

Partially Hydrogenated Oils may appear under the following names: PHO, Partially hydrogenated vegetable oil, Partially hydrogenated soybean oil, Shortening, Hardened vegetable oil. Common hidden sources include: Pre-2018 fried foods, Some baked goods, Non-dairy creamers, Some margarine, Commercial frying oils.

Is Partially Hydrogenated Oils banned or restricted in any market?

Banned in: US. Restricted with maximum levels in: EU, UK, Canada.

Regulation Sources

Last updated: 2026-04-01

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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