Ingredient · E320

BHA Or Citric Acid

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add BHA to foods to prevent fats and oils from going bad (oxidizing …

What it is

BHA, or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, is a synthetic antioxidant. It is made by chemically combining 4-methoxyphenol and isobutylene. It is a waxy solid.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add BHA to foods to prevent fats and oils from going bad (oxidizing or becoming rancid). It helps extend the shelf life of products like baked goods, snack foods, cereals, and some meat products.

Health notes

BHA is approved by the FDA as a direct food additive. JECFA has evaluated BHA and set an acceptable daily intake. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies BHA as "possibly carcinogenic to humans" (Group 2B), based on studies in animals. However, human studies have not shown a clear link to cancer, and the evidence is mixed regarding its effects at typical intake levels.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing BHA Or Citric Acid

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Ramona's Mexican Food Products Picadillo Burrito, Picadillo Prepared Wraps and Burittos 188kcal 9.4Protein 6.2Fat 23.4Carbs Ramona's Mexican Food Products Beef & Bean Burrito, Beef & Bean Frozen Dinners & Entrees 211kcal —Protein 7.0Fat 26.6Carbs Ramona's Mexican Food Products Bean & Cheese Burrito, Bean & Cheese Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 234kcal 0.8Protein 9.4Fat —Carbs Ramona's Mexican Food Products Chicken Bean & Cheese Burrito, Chicken Bean & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 219kcal 9.4Protein 7.8Fat 26.6Carbs Ramona's Mexican Food Products Carnitas Bean With Verde Sauce Burrito, Carnitas Bean With Verde Sauce Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 242kcal 9.4Protein 9.4Fat 28.1Carbs

Ramona's Mexican Food Products Cheese Burrito, Cheese Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 297kcal 11.7Protein 15.6Fat 26.6Carbs Ramona's Mexican Food Products Potato & Beef Burrito, Potato & Beef Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 211kcal 7.0Protein 8.6Fat 25.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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