AdditivesE319 - Tertiary-butylhydroquinone (tbhq)
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E319 - Tertiary-butylhydroquinone (tbhq)
Open Food Facts additive identifier: en:e319
Antioxidant
Vegan
Yes
Vegetarian
Yes
Risk Level
Unknown
Description
tert-Butylhydroquinone (TBHQ, tertiary butylhydroquinone) is a synthetic aromatic organic compound which is a type of phenol. It is a derivative of hydroquinone, substituted with a tert-butyl group.
Sources
EFSA Evaluation
Statement on the refined exposure assessment of tertiary-butyl hydroquinone -E 319-
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