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Why potato chips manufacturers ill the packet of chips with nitrogen gas?

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Potato chips manufacturers ill the packet of chips with nitrogen gas to prevent the chips from getting oxidized. If the oxidation takes place, the chips can become rancid and their smell and taste will change.

Hence, to prevent oxidation, the packet of chips are filled with nitrogen gas. Nitrogen gas is an antioxidant.

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