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Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA)

BHA
CAS 25013-16-5 · Formula C11H16O2 · MW 180.24 g/mol

A phenolic antioxidant that retards oxidation across foods, feeds, oils, and polymers. Established uses include service as an oxidation inhibitor and preservative in foods, animal feeds, and cosmetics, and as a stabilizer for essential oils, paraffin, fats, and polyethylenes.

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CAS Number
25013-16-5
Formula
C11H16O2
Molecular Weight
180.24 g/mol
Material Family
Specialty Additives
At a Glance
Material Family
Specialty Additives
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Preservation
Solubility
< 1 mg/mL at 18 °C
Functional Roles
Preservation
INCI Name
BHA
CosIng Functions
ANTIOXIDANTFRAGRANCE
Industries Served
Beauty & Personal Care Food & Beverage Industrial Manufacturing Plastics & Polymers
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ Food: antioxidant/oxidation inhibitor and preservative
  • ▸ Animal feed: antioxidant stabilizer for fats and fat-soluble vitamins
  • ▸ Cosmetics: antioxidant ingredient
  • ▸ Industrial: stabilizer for essential oils, paraffin, and polyethylenes
Physical Properties
Melting Point
118 to 55 °C
Boiling Point
507 to 270 °C at 733 mmHg
Solubility
< 1 mg/mL at 18 °C
Vapor Pressure
0.00248
Flash Point
156 °C
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.

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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
25013-16-5
Molecular Formula
C11H16O2
Molecular Weight
180.24 g/mol
IUPAC Name
2-tert-butyl-4-methoxyphenol
INCI Name
BHA
PubChem CID
8456
InChI Key
MRBKEAMVRSLQPH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
Phenol, (1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-methoxy- tert-Butyl-4-hydroxyanisole 2(3)-tert-Butyl-4-hydroxyanisole Antrancine 12 Nipantiox 1-F Tenox BHA Butylohydroksyanizol Butyl hydroxyanisole BOA (antioxidant) Sustane 1-F EEC No. E320 Premerge plus Phenol, tert-butyl-4-methoxy- Nipantiox 1F Sustane 1F Nipantiox 1 F Butyl Methoxyphenol Methoxyphenol, Butyl (1,1-Dimethylethyl)-4-methoxyphenol
Full Description

Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA, CAS 25013-16-5) is a phenolic antioxidant. Established uses include service as an oxidation inhibitor and preservative in foods, animal feeds, and cosmetics, and as a stabilizer for essential oils, paraffin, fats, and polyethylenes. Supplied in bulk to food, feed, and industrial manufacturers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) used for?

BHA (CAS 25013-16-5) is a phenolic antioxidant. It is used as an oxidation inhibitor and preservative in foods, animal feeds, and cosmetics, and as a stabilizer for essential oils, paraffin, fats, and polyethylenes.

What grades of BHA do you supply?

This material is offered to USP-NF, FCC, and Kosher specifications for food, feed, and industrial manufacturers. Confirm the exact grade and certification you require when requesting documentation.

What is the CAS number and HS code for BHA?

BHA is CAS 25013-16-5, molecular formula C11H16O2. It typically classifies under HS heading 290950; we confirm the destination-specific code on the quote.

How is bulk BHA packaged and what is the minimum order quantity?

We supply BHA in bulk industrial packaging for food, feed, and industrial use. Packaging options and MOQ are confirmed per order; request a bulk quote with your target volume.

Can you provide a CoA, SDS, and Kosher certificate for BHA?

Yes. A Certificate of Analysis, Safety Data Sheet, and Kosher certification are available with shipment. Specify your application so we route the correct documentation.

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