Brominated Vegetable Oil

High Concern

Emulsifier

Also known as

brominated vegetable oilbvoe443

The concern

FDA revoked authorisation for BVO in July 2024 after studies showed it accumulates in the body and causes harm to the thyroid. Already banned in the EU, UK, Japan, and India.

Read the source: FDA

What to look for on labels

This ingredient may appear under any of the following names or codes on product labels:

Brominated Vegetable Oil
brominated vegetable oil
bvo
e443

Learn more

Read the full evidence directly from the authoritative source.

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Data sourced from IARC, FDA, EFSA, WHO and EWG public data. For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical or legal advice.

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