Petition · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs

Mandate clear labelling of Coconut Oil and Palm Kernel Oil on food products

Closed 467 signatures

What the petition asks

Clearly label MCTs (Medium-Chain Triglyceride), such as Coconut Oil and Palm Kernel Oil on products for consumption.
Whilst not clearly labelled as an allergen, people diagnosed with MCADD (Medium-Chain Acyl-CoA Dehydrogenase Deficiency) run the risk of consuming high amounts of MCTs without realising it, which could place their lives in danger.

Due to MCADD, individuals cannot metabolize MCTs and ingesting them can lead to a metabolic crisis, causing severe symptoms like seizures, comas, and even death. We believe that labelling MCTs clearly, just like allergens, is a crucial safety measure to prevent these life-threatening reactions and for those affected by this rare genetic disorder. It's a matter of necessity, especially where Coconut Oils and Palm Kernel Oils are concerned.

Timeline

25 Sep 2025 Petition opened for signatures
25 Mar 2026 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 467
Status Closed
Department Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
Opened 25 Sep 2025
Closed 25 Mar 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 4 Aug 2026.