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 55% 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 55% of its fat |
| PUFA per tablespoon | About 7.5 g |
| On a label | corn oil, maize oil, corn germ oil |
Figures from USDA oil composition data. How we use them is on the methodology page.
Compared head to head
Lower PUFA fats to use instead
- Coconut oil, about 2% PUFA
- Beef tallow, about 3% PUFA
- Butter, about 3% PUFA
- Olive oil, about 10% PUFA
- Avocado oil, about 14% 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 55% of the fat in corn oil is polyunsaturated, roughly 7.5 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.