# PalmOil Scan

> Find sustainable palm oil

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id671945416](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id671945416)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id671945416`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** cheyenne mountain zoo
- **Category:** Shopping
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (25 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.2.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-27
- **First published:** 2013-07-30
- **Size:** 74 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/palmoil-scan/id671945416)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.cmzoo.org/index.php/privacy-policy/](http://www.cmzoo.org/index.php/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Now shop with the confidence that you are helping save tropical species and their homes from deforestation. Use PalmOil Scan, produced in collaboration with the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) and led by top conservation-minded zoos around the world, to check if the product you are about to purchase is from a company committed to sourcing sustainable palm oil. Our database contains products from 1000’s of brands and 100's of consumer product manufacturers to reveal how committed they are to certified sustainable palm oil.

Sustainable Shopping Choices Matter.

- Learn about palm oil and why boycotting is not the answer

- Use our barcode scanner or search by product keyword to shop sustainably

- Play a role in contacting companies to ensure they are sourcing certified sustainable palm oil

- Learn how you can help protect wildlife and wild places

App and barcode scanner are currently supported in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. Check back later to see which regions we expand to next!

## Rankings

- #226,135 — Overall
- #48 — sustainable

## Review summary

The app is easy to use and helps shoppers make conscientious choices with barcode scanning and a sustainability contact option, and it resonates with conservation-minded users. But reviewers flag major concerns about data accuracy and RSPO reliance, false scan results, reliability/UX issues (Not Found errors, navigation problems, donation traps), and a dated UI. It’s a helpful tool with real impact but needs data quality and usability improvements.

### Pros

- Easy to use and user-friendly interface.
- Helps shoppers make more conscientious choices and provides peace of mind regarding palm oil impact.
- Barcode scanning / camera-based checks for in-store assessment.
- Ability to contact companies about sustainability (email feature).
- Conservation focus that resonates with users and motivates action regarding orangutans and rainforest protection.

### Cons

- RSPO-based labeling and overall rating are seen as inaccurate; desire for more certifications and independent data.
- Data accuracy issues: mislabeling products as palm-oil-free or non-RSPO-compliant; false positives/negatives.
- Reliability and UX issues: Not Found errors, navigation gaps, donation trap.
- Contact feature limited to opening Apple Mail; no in-app alternative for non-Mail users.
- Outdated UI / unfinished feel and incomplete product lists.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id671945416)