Palm Soybean Oil With TBHQ
What is Palm Soybean Oil With TBHQ?
This ingredient is a blend of palm oil and soybean oil that has been treated with TBHQ. Palm oil comes from the fruit of oil palm trees, while soybean oil is extracted from soybeans. TBHQ (tertiary butylhydroquinone) is a synthetic antioxidant.
Is Palm Soybean Oil With TBHQ vegan?
Palm Soybean Oil With TBHQ is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Palm Soybean Oil With TBHQ a major allergen?
Soybean oil is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Palm Soybean Oil With TBHQ used for?
This blend is used as a cooking oil and frying fat.
Is Palm Soybean Oil With TBHQ safe?
TBHQ is an FDA-approved antioxidant additive used to preserve freshness in foods.
Why it's used
This blend is used as a cooking oil and frying fat. The TBHQ helps prevent the oils from becoming rancid and extending their shelf life. It is commonly found in processed foods like cookies, crackers, and fried snacks.
Health notes
TBHQ is an FDA-approved antioxidant additive used to preserve freshness in foods. It is permitted in food at levels up to 0.02% of the oil or fat content. JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated TBHQ and established acceptable daily intakes. Some studies in animals have raised questions about potential health effects at very high doses, but regulatory bodies consider it safe at typical food usage levels.
Allergen info
Soybean oil is derived from soy, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. Palm oil is not a major allergen.
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