3-MCPD and Glycidyl Esters in Refined Oils (Palm Oil, Infant Formula) — food safety profile
Moderate risk3-MCPD (3-monochloropropane-1,2-diol) and glycidyl esters form during high-temperature oil refining (>200C deodorization step) — highest in palm oil, also present in refined coconut, corn, soy oils.
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3-MCPD (3-monochloropropane-1,2-diol) and glycidyl esters form during high-temperature oil refining (>200C deodorization step) — highest in palm oil, also present in refined coconut, corn, soy oils. 3-MCPD: IARC Group 2B possible carcinogen, renal and testicular toxicity in animal studies. Glycidol (from glycidyl esters): IARC Group 2A probable carcinogen, genotoxic. Infant formula concern: palm oil is a common fat source in formula — infants have highest exposure per body weight. EU Regulation 2020/1322: maximum levels for glycidyl esters in oils (1000 ppb) and infant formula (500 ppb). No US FDA limit. Industry response: modified refining processes reduce formation 80-90%.
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