TERTIARY BUTYLATED HYDROXYANISOLE

Tertiary Butylated Hydroxyanisole (commonly known as BHA) is a synthetic, waxy solid antioxidant used to prevent oxidation of fats and oils.

CAS:

25013-16-5

Formula:

C₁₁H₁₆O₂

Molar Weight

≈ 180.24 g/mol

Melting Point

≈ 48–63 °C

Boiling Point

≈ 264–270 °C

Density

~ 0.9976 g/cm³

Forms

white to pale-yellow crystalline flakes or powder

Odor

Mild, characteristic (slightly rubbery / aromatic) odor

Key applications

Used as antioxidant in edible oils and fats.
Used in baked goods and snack foods to prevent rancidity.
Used in cosmetic formulations like lipsticks and eyeshadows.
Used in pharmaceuticals as a stabilizer for lipid-based drugs.
Used in rubber, petroleum, and packaging industries for stabilization.

Industries

Food and Beverage
Cosmetics and Personal Care
Pharmaceuticals
Animal feed
Rubber & Petrochemical Processing

BHA; Butylhydroxyanisole; tert-Butyl-4-hydroxyanisole; 2-tert-Butyl-4-methoxyphenol; 3-tert-Butyl-4-methoxyphenol; E320; BOA

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