Palm And Soybean Oil With TBHQ And Citric Acid For Freshness

This ingredient is a blend of palm oil and soybean oil, preserved with TBHQ (tertiary butylhydroquinone) and citric acid. Palm oil comes from the fruit of oil palms, while soybean oil is extracted from soybeans. The oils are refined and processed to create a stable fat product.

Manufacturers use this blend as a source of fat in baked goods and other processed foods. The added TBHQ and citric acid act as antioxidants to prevent the oils from becoming rancid and extend the product's shelf life. It is commonly found in cookies, crackers, and fried snacks.

Palm oil and soybean oil are common dietary fats. TBHQ is an FDA-approved antioxidant preservative. Citric acid is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. While TBHQ has been studied for potential health effects, regulatory bodies like the FDA consider it safe at permitted levels in food. JECFA has evaluated TBHQ and established an acceptable daily intake. Concerns about palm oil's environmental impact are separate from its health implications.