Palm Canola Soybean Oil With TBHQ Added For Freshness

This is a blend of vegetable oils, primarily from palm, canola, and soybean plants. These oils are refined to remove impurities and then combined. TBHQ (tertiary butylhydroquinone) is added as an antioxidant to prevent the oils from spoiling and going rancid.

This oil blend is used in processed foods to improve texture and shelf life. TBHQ helps keep the fats from breaking down, which maintains the flavor and quality of products like cookies, crackers, and baked goods. It is chosen for its neutral flavor and stability during cooking and storage.

TBHQ is approved by the FDA as a food additive to preserve freshness. It is also permitted for use in many other countries. Studies in animals have looked at high doses, but at the levels typically found in food, it is not expected to cause harm. JECFA has evaluated TBHQ and established an acceptable daily intake. Some research has explored potential health effects, but the evidence is not conclusive, and regulatory bodies consider it safe at permitted levels.