Is lard a seed oil?
No. Lard is not a seed oil. Rendered pork fat, roughly 11% PUFA.
Quick facts
| Seed oil? | No |
| Type | animal fat |
| PUFA share | About 11% of its fat |
| PUFA per tablespoon | About 1.5 g |
Figures from USDA oil composition data. How we use them is on the methodology page.
Compared head to head
Other fats that are not seed oils
- Palm oil, about 10% PUFA
- Olive oil, about 10% PUFA
- Avocado oil, about 14% PUFA
- Coconut oil, about 2% PUFA
- Butter, about 3% PUFA
- Ghee, about 3% PUFA
- Beef tallow, about 3% 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, roughly 11% PUFA.
How much polyunsaturated fat is in lard?
About 11% of the fat in lard is polyunsaturated, roughly 1.5 g in a tablespoon.