Canola Soybean Palm Oil With TBHQ Added

This ingredient is a blend of oils derived from canola (rapeseed) and soybeans, with TBHQ added as a preservative. Canola oil comes from the seeds of the rapeseed plant, while soybean oil is pressed from soybeans. Both are common vegetable oils used in food production.

This blend is used as a cooking oil and as an ingredient in processed foods. The TBHQ helps prevent the oils from going rancid, extending their shelf life. It is often found in baked goods like crackers and cookies.

TBHQ is an antioxidant approved by the FDA for use as a food additive to preserve freshness. It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used within specified limits. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated TBHQ. Some studies have raised questions about potential health effects at very high doses, but these are not typically encountered with normal food consumption.