Foods Containing E319 (Tertiary Butylhydroquinone)
E319 (Tertiary Butylhydroquinone) is a antioxidant (synthetic) used in cooking oils, snack foods. Here are the foods where you'll find it on the label.
Common foods that contain E319
- cooking oils
- snack foods
- processed meats
- nut butters
- frozen foods
- cereals
In the UK and EU, E319 must be declared either as "E319" or as "Tertiary Butylhydroquinone" in the ingredients list.
Is E319 safe?
E319 is authorised in the EU and UK but carries genuine concerns. For most people consuming Tertiary Butylhydroquinone in typical quantities, health effects are unlikely — but the caution flag reflects either active scientific debate, mandatory warning labels, allergen status, or conditions attached to its authorisation.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA