Tag: Tbhq free

According to the Environmental Working Group (EWG), the preservative tertiary-butyl hydroquinone (TBHQ) is found in over 1,000 processed foods, extending shelf life by preventing fat oxidation. This widespread usage makes knowing which food brands contain TBHQ essential for informed grocery shopping.

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the synthetic antioxidant TBHQ (tertiary butylhydroquinone) is approved for use as a preservative in food products. However, the notion that all ramen noodles have TBHQ is a common misconception, as many brands now offer TBHQ-free or natural alternatives.