Common questions

Is Rapsöl healthy?

Rapsöl scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Rapsöl, or rapeseed oil, is a processed culinary ingredient with a moderate level of processing.

How processed is Rapsöl?

Rapsöl is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Rapsöl's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Rapeseed Oil is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Rapsöl

Name: Rapsöl
Brand: Mazola

Mazola

Excellent

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 0

Harmful ingredients 1

Owned by Associated British Foods

Category Cooking Oils

Summary

Rapsöl, or rapeseed oil, is a processed culinary ingredient with a moderate level of processing. It is a source of healthy fats, particularly monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health. However, as a refined oil, it lacks the additional nutrients and antioxidants found in less processed oils like extra virgin olive oil, which slightly impacts its overall rating.

Key ingredients 1

Rapeseed Oil

Very Bad

Rapeseed oil is highly processed and often contains erucic acid, which has raised health concerns in large amounts. Its high omega-6 fatty acid content can contribute to an imbalance in your diet if consumed excessively.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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