Soybean Cottonseed Oil With BHA To Protect Flavor

This ingredient is a blend of soybean oil and cottonseed oil. Both oils are extracted from the seeds of their respective plants. The addition of BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) is a preservative to prevent the oils from spoiling and maintain their flavor.

Manufacturers add this oil blend to baked goods and snacks to provide moisture, tenderness, and a desirable mouthfeel. BHA helps extend the shelf life of these products by preventing the oils from becoming rancid. It is commonly found in cakes, cupcakes, and donuts.

Soybean oil and cottonseed oil are common food ingredients. BHA is an FDA-approved antioxidant preservative. The FDA has not set a numerical limit for BHA. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has evaluated BHA and established acceptable intake levels. Some studies have raised questions about the long-term effects of BHA, but regulatory bodies like the FDA consider it safe for use in food at approved levels.