Is corn oil a seed oil?
Yes. Corn oil is a seed oil. Pressed from the germ, the seed part of the corn kernel.
Quick facts
About 60% PUFA, pressed from corn germ. A longtime fryer oil and a common ingredient in margarine and blends.
| Seed oil? | Yes |
| Type | seed oil |
| PUFA share | About 60% of its fat |
| PUFA per tablespoon | About 8.2 g |
| On a label | corn oil, maize oil, corn germ oil |
Figures are the shares our estimates use (how we estimate).
Compared head to head
Lower PUFA fats to use instead
- Coconut oil, about 2% PUFA
- Beef tallow, about 5% PUFA
- Butter, about 5% PUFA
- Olive oil, about 12% PUFA
- Avocado oil, about 16% PUFA
More answers
Yes, it is a seed oil
Borderline
No, it is not a seed oil
Frequently asked
Is corn oil a seed oil?
Yes. Corn oil is a seed oil. Pressed from the germ, the seed part of the corn kernel.
How much polyunsaturated fat is in corn oil?
About 60% of the fat in corn oil is polyunsaturated, roughly 8.2 g in a tablespoon.
What is corn oil called on an ingredient label?
On an ingredient label, look for corn oil, maize oil, corn germ oil.