Antioxidants are chemical substances primarily used to prevent or delay the occurrence of oxidation reactions. In the food industry, antioxidants can prevent food spoilage and extend the shelf life of food. In the cosmetics industry, antioxidants can prevent the oxidation of oils and maintain the freshness of cosmetics. In the plastic industry, antioxidants can prevent oxidation of plastic products and extend their service life. In addition, antioxidants can also be used to prevent corrosion of metals and protect electronic devices from oxidative damage.
