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What is oxidative rancidity?
What is oxidative rancidity?
Oxidative rancidity of fats such as lard, shortenings, salad and cooking oils refers to the undesirable odors and flavors which develop when such products are exposed to the oxygen in the air. Products containing these fats, including but not limited to food products such as fish, poultry, meat, frozen vegetables and dry milk can become rancid as the fats in the products react to air.