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Tag results: Chemicals

The Can That Always Can

The history of WD-40, a chemical substance with an unusual origin story and a rust-fighting ability that has become a standby of workbenches the world over.

Nov 26, 2021

Paper That You Bake

What the heck is parchment paper, where did it come from, and why is it such a prominent baking aid these days? So many questions—here’s my attempt to answer.

Nov 21, 2019

No Acquiring This Taste

The world's worst flavor was developed in a lab by accident. You've probably never tasted Bitrex, but it's all over your home.

Oct 06, 2016

 Related Tags: food, manufacturing, manufacturing history, paper, Flavoradio, food industry, chemicals, chemical industry, bitrex, hákarl, bitterness, bitter flavors, trade secrets, baking, cooking, parchment paper, silicone, nonstick, non-stick cookware, vellum

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