BHA And TBHQ
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What it is
BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) and TBHQ (tertiary butylhydroquinone) are synthetic antioxidants. They are man-made chemicals produced through chemical synthesis.
Why it's used
These additives are used to prevent fats and oils in food from spoiling, a process called rancidity. They are often found in foods with fats, such as snack foods, cereals, baked goods, and some frozen desserts like ice cream and sherbet.
Health notes
BHA and TBHQ are approved by the FDA for use as food additives. JECFA has evaluated both BHA and TBHQ and set acceptable daily intakes. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified BHA as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B). For TBHQ, some studies have raised questions about its effects, but major food safety authorities, including JECFA, consider it safe at the levels permitted in food.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Products containing BHA And TBHQ
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Safeway, Inc.
Rainbow Raspberry, Orange & Lime Sherbets, Rainbow
High in added sugars — 48% DV per serving
144kcal
0.8Protein
2.1Fat
29.7Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Orange Swirl Orange Sherbet With Vanilla Flavored Ice Cream, Orange Swirl
High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving
157kcal
1.9Protein
4.6Fat
27.8Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Orange Sherbet, Orange
High in added sugars — 50% DV per serving
144kcal
0.8Protein
2.1Fat
29.7Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Rainbow Raspberry, Lime & Orange Sherbets, Rainbow
High in added sugars — 48% DV per serving
144kcal
0.8Protein
2.1Fat
29.7Carbs
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Orange Drink, Orange
High in added sugars — 64% DV per serving
36kcal
0Protein
0Fat
9.4Carbs