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Quick answer: Peracetic acid poultry wash carries the heavier risk profile. BHA is restricted in the EU and allowed in the US; Peracetic acid poultry wash is banned in the EU and allowed in the US.
| Property | BHA | Peracetic acid poultry wash |
|---|---|---|
| EU status | Restricted | Banned |
| US status | Allowed | Allowed |
| Risk level | high | high |
| Banned in | — | European Union |
| Restricted in | European Union | — |
| Category | processing aid | processing aid |
| Where it hides | chips, cereal, preserved meats | chicken, fresh-cut produce |
BHA is a synthetic antioxidant preservative for fats and oils.
Peracetic acid poultry wash is an antimicrobial chemical wash applied to US poultry and produce.
BHA: Reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen (US NTP); restricted in the EU and banned in some countries.
Peracetic acid poultry wash: Not permitted as a carcass decontaminant in the EU.
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