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Long-term storage of products, obtaining a rich taste and aroma are achieved due to the inclusion of various additives in the composition. Food additive E319 is used in the preparation of fast food because of its properties to extend the shelf life. It is known that instant food has a fatty base, which is prone to oxidation processes. Tert butylhydroquinone prevents deterioration.
What kind of additive is E319
It is a phenolic antioxidant that prevents lipid oxidation in a variety of foods. The presence of the food additive E319 allows you to prolong the current shelf life. Significant concentrations of the substance prevent food spoilage.
In most cases, a combination of different additives is used to achieve the maximum effect. The substances complement each other. This enhances the taste and its preservation in conditions of long-term storage.
The advantage of the food additive E319 is its ability to withstand high temperatures. That is why it is used in the production of products that require lengthy processing.
The main area of application of E319 is fast food, animal products, confectionery, margarine and mayonnaise. The supplement also inhibits lipid oxidation. Food that needs long-term transportation or storage is being processed.
What is the food additive E319 made of?
The receipt of a substance is the result of a complex reaction of a chemical nature. Experts emphasize that the E319 food supplement has no natural analogues. The substance is not produced in Russia.
Since a dietary supplement is found in many foods, it is not possible to completely eliminate it. About 20 popular dishes include tert-butylhydroquinone. Its production is possible due to the reaction of the so-called butylation of hydroquinone. In the electrochemical route, production is carried out from tertiary butylphenols.
The benefits and harms of food additives E319
Adding a substance to food helps to preserve the freshness of the product, aroma and taste, which is an undeniable advantage. Thus, it is possible to store food for several months. However, their freshness in this case is an illusion.
The antioxidant is only marginally safe. This is because its effects on health have not been fully understood. However, its usefulness has also been questioned.
E319 food additive is dangerous or not
In high doses, tert-butylhydroquinone is a health hazard. The additive belongs to highly toxic carcinogens and is a poison.
Not only significant concentrations of tert-butylhydroquinone are considered dangerous. A food additive in any quantity provokes the following consequences:
- headaches;
- disruption of the digestive system;
- nausea and vomiting;
- asthma attacks;
- loss of consciousness;
- dizziness.
Food supplement E 319 has a negative effect on the body. The substance acts on the cellular elements of the brain, affecting the nervous system. This leads to hallucinations and disorientation in space. Regular use of the food additive tert butylhydroquinone provokes the development of malignant tumors.
Where and why tert butylhydroquinone (E319) is added
The white crystalline powder is highly soluble in ethers, fats, alcoholic liquids and organic compounds. Features include thermal stability.
Tert butylhydroquinone is added to food in order to stop oxidative processes. This contributes to the preservation of the necessary taste.
The antioxidant is added to the following foods:
- sauces and mayonnaises;
- margarine;
- soups and mashed potatoes (instant);
- confectionery semi-finished products;
- nuts;
- chewing gum;
- fish products;
- potato chips.
Conclusion
Food additive E319 is often included in instant products. Antioxidant has properties to prolong shelf life by stopping oxidation processes. The advantage of the substance is thermal stability, no effect on the taste and aroma of food. The effect of the supplement on the human body has not been fully studied. The negative effect of tert butylhydroquinone on the human nervous system has been proven, and the maximum dosage of the additive content in the food industry has been determined.
