Canola Soybean Palm Oil With TBHQ For Freshness

This is a blend of oils derived from canola (rapeseed) and soybeans, with palm oil added. These vegetable oils are refined to remove impurities and then blended. TBHQ (tertiary butylhydroquinone) is added as an antioxidant to prevent the oils from going rancid and maintain freshness.

This oil blend is used in processed foods to provide a stable fat source and extend shelf life. The TBHQ helps prevent oxidation, which can cause off-flavors and spoilage. It is commonly found in snack crackers, cookies, and biscuits.

Canola oil, soybean oil, and palm oil are common food ingredients. TBHQ is an FDA-approved antioxidant used to preserve freshness. The FDA considers TBHQ safe when used within specified limits in food. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated TBHQ and established acceptable daily intakes. While generally recognized as safe at typical consumption levels, some studies have raised questions about potential health effects at very high doses, though evidence is mixed and not conclusive at normal dietary intake.