Palm kernel oil (PKO) is a nutrient-rich oil extracted from the kernel (seed) of the oil palm fruit, distinct from palm oil (from the fruit's fleshy part), characterized by its high content of lauric acid (like coconut oil) and saturated fats, giving it a semi-solid state at room temperature and making it stable for high-heat cooking, and used widely in cooking, confectionery, cosmetics, and soap making.