Oil, canola

Edible oil extracted from the seeds of the canola plant (Brassica napus or Brassica campestris). Although derived from the same plant, canola oil is not rapeseed oil, and it is distinguished by low levels of erucic acid.

Vitamins, minerals and fatty acids were derived from analysis of 2 composite samples of 3 brands of canola oil (2x Crisco, 1x Maryland and 1x ETA) purchased in supermarkets in SA, VIC, NSW and WA in 2008 (2008 KFP). Proximates, vitamins and minerals were also derived from a composite sample of 2 brands of Canola Oil, 3x Crisco Canola oil and 3x Meadow Lea canola oil, purchased in South Australia in 1990. Some minerals (I, Se, Cr, Ni, Mo) were also determined in 6 samples of canola oil purchased in QLD, SA and WA in August 2004 (22nd ATDS). Values for protein, vitamin C, sugars, starch, dietary fibre, cholesterol and retinol, were imputed 0.