Is lard a seed oil?
No. Lard is not a seed oil. Rendered pork fat, about 21% PUFA in modern US lard.
Quick facts
| Seed oil? | No |
| Type | animal fat |
| PUFA share | About 21% of its fat |
| PUFA per tablespoon | About 2.9 g |
Figures are the shares our estimates use (how we estimate).
Compared head to head
Other fats that are not seed oils
- Palm oil, about 11% PUFA
- Olive oil, about 12% PUFA
- Avocado oil, about 16% PUFA
- Coconut oil, about 2% PUFA
- Butter, about 5% PUFA
- Ghee, about 5% PUFA
- Beef tallow, about 5% PUFA
More answers
Yes, it is a seed oil
Borderline
No, it is not a seed oil
Frequently asked
Is lard a seed oil?
No. Lard is not a seed oil. Rendered pork fat, about 21% PUFA in modern US lard.
How much polyunsaturated fat is in lard?
About 21% of the fat in lard is polyunsaturated, roughly 2.9 g in a tablespoon.