| CAS# | 25013-16-5 |
| FORMULA | C11H16O2 |
| INS Number | 320 |
| E Number | E320 |
| Synonyms | Butylhydroxyanisole; BHA |
| GROUPS / USES | Food & Beverage, Food Additives, Pharmaceutical & Fine Chemicals, Antioxidants, Coatings, Preservatives |
| Markets | Food & Beverage, Personal Care & Pharmaceutical |
FAQ’S
What is Butylated hydroxyanisole?
Butylated hydroxyanisole is a waxy solid, synthetic antioxidant and preservative that is used in food and pharmaceuticals.
What are the uses of Butylated hydroxyanisole?
Butylated hydroxyanisole is used to prevent fats and oils from going rancid and to preserve oil-soluble vitamins. It is also used in antioxidant and preservative in food, animal feed, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
Is BHA safe to consume?
BHA is considered safe for consumption in small amounts by food safety organizations, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Butylated hydroxyanisole to users/customers for Food & Beverages, Pharmaceutical & Fine Chemicals.
Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) Specifications
Food Grade-JECFA
| Test Items | Specifications |
| Assay | NLT 98.5% |
| Appearance | White or slightly yellow crystals or waxy solid, with a faint characteristic odour |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; freely soluble in ethanol and propane-1,2-diol |
| Sulfated ash | NMT 0.05% |
| Lead | NMT 2 mg/kg |
| Phenolic impurities | NMT 0.5% |
