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Does Wendy's use Seed Oils?

Our latest 2025 audit of Wendy's analyzed 82 menu items. We found that 68 items (83%) contain industrial seed oils.

83% Contain Toxins
14 Safe Options

Specific Ingredients Found:

Soybean Oil, Sunflower Oil, Cottonseed Oil, Canola Oil

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We've identified exactly which menu items at Wendy's are Seed Oil Free. Download PRūF to see the full list.

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Methodology & sources

We analyzed 82 menu items and matched ingredient statements against PRūF’s additive taxonomy. Counts reflect distinct menu items containing any flagged ingredient in this category. Data is sourced from publicly available Wendy's ingredient disclosures as of 2025-12-28.

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Our 2025 audit of Wendy's found that 68 menu items (83%) contain industrial seed oils. Specific ingredients identified include: Soybean Oil, Sunflower Oil, Cottonseed Oil, Canola Oil.
Yes, there are 14 items on the menu that are considered are Seed Oil Free. You can use the PRūF app to see the full list of safe options and filter the menu in real-time.

Audit based on Wendy's public ingredient data as of 2025-12-28.