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    • Oman bans partially hydrogenated oils from July

    The ban on Partially Hydrogenated Oils (PHOs) will come into effect from 24 July 2022, according the circular released from FSQC

    By on July 18, 2022

    The Sultanate of Oman begins implementing a decision on banning the import, marketing or production of partially hydrogenated oils and food products that are used these oil in it, according to the Food Safety & Quality Centre (FSQC).

    The ban on Partially Hydrogenated Oils (PHOs) will come into effect from 24 July 2022, according the circular released from FSQC

    In a statement FSQC said, hydrogenated oils are a type of fat used by food manufacturers to keep the shelf life longer. Hydrogenation is a process in which manufacturers add hydrogen to liquid fats, such as vegetable oil to convert them into solid fats at room temperature.

    Partially hydrogenated oil contains trans fat that can raise cholesterol and result in health complications.

     

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