Butylated hydroxytoluene(CAS No.128-37-0 ),BHT,E321

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Butylated hydroxytoluene(CAS No.128-37-0 ),BHT,E321 Specification

Ph Level
Neutral

Solubility
Slightly soluble in Water, Soluble in Alcohol, Acetone, Hexane, Benzene

Ingredients
Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT)

Source
Synthetic

Application
Food, Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals, Animal Feed, Plastics, Rubber

Product Type
Food Additive / Antioxidant

Form
Powder / Crystalline Solid

Weight
As per requirement / standard pack sizes

Shelf Life
2 Years

Packaging
HDPE Bags, Fiber Drums

Moisture
0.5% Max

Pack Size
25 kg, 50 kg

Flavor
Odorless / Mild

Grade Standard
Food Grade / Technical Grade

Pack Type
HDPE Bag / Drum

Physical State
Solid

Purity
99% Min

About Butylated hydroxytoluene(CAS No.128-37-0 ),BHT,E321

Name:Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT)

Synonyms:2,6-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-methylphenol; 2,6-Di-tert-butyl-p-cresol; BHT; Butylated hydroxytoluene; DBPC; 2,6-Di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol

Molecular Formula:C₁₅H₂₄O

Molecular Weight:220.35

CAS Registry Number:128-37-0

EINECS:204-881-4

Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) is primarily used as an antioxidant food additive (E number E321) as well as in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, jet fuels, rubber, petroleum products, electrical transformer oil, and embalming fluid.

Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT)is a white crystal powder Dissolve in benzene ,Toluene,Ethyl-acetate and Gasolene,Insoluble in water and non-toxic.

Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) is an important all -purpose type of antioxygen widely used in material of high molecular petrolerm production and Food manufacturing industry. It is used as antioxidant in food manufacturing industry.Preventing off-colour.Oxidation and rancidity.It can be used as food packing material.

Food additive(BHT)

Standard:GB1900-80

Index name	Index
M.P. ^oC	69.0-70.0
Water content	0.05%max
Ash conten	0.01%max
Sulfate content	0.002%max
W.M.content	0.0004%max
Arsenic content	0.0001%max
Free cresol content	0.02%max

Packing:25kg in kraft paper inner lines plastic bag

Storage:sealing up.Put it at the place which cooling and drying pay attentiin to fire prevention and damp proofing.

Shelf life:six months.

Versatility Across Industries

BHTs unique antioxidant properties make it indispensable across multiple sectors, from extending shelf life in packaged foods to enhancing stability in cosmetics and pharmaceutical formulations. Additionally, its effectiveness in protecting animal feed, plastics, and rubber from oxidative degradation underscores its industrial significance.

Packaging & Quality Assurance

Supplied in robust HDPE bags or fiber drums, BHT is available in standard 25 kg or 50 kg pack sizes. Each batch meets stringent purity (99% min) and moisture (<0.5%) standards, further supported by a two-year shelf life. Comprehensive quality checks are conducted prior to export, ensuring reliability for exporters, manufacturers, and suppliers worldwide.

FAQs of Butylated hydroxytoluene(CAS No.128-37-0 ),BHT,E321:

Q: How is Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT) typically used in industry?

A: BHT serves as an antioxidant, added to food products, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, animal feed, plastics, and rubber to prevent oxidative spoilage, increase longevity, and maintain product stability during storage and transportation.

Q: What is the process for packaging and supplying BHT?

A: After synthesis, BHT is carefully packaged in HDPE bags or fiber drums, commonly in 25 kg or 50 kg quantities, ensuring moisture control and product integrity for export or distribution according to customer requirements.

Q: When should BHT be used in a production process?

A: BHT is typically introduced during the formulation or blending phase, prior to packaging, to ensure optimal antioxidant protection throughout the products shelf life.

Q: Where can BHT sourced from China be applied?

A: China-sourced BHT is versatile and suitable for use in food preservation, cosmetic product stabilization, pharmaceutical manufacturing, animal feed protection, and material processing in plastics and rubber industries.

Q: What defines the quality standard of BHT?

A: Quality is defined by its high purity (minimum 99%), low moisture content (0.5% max), neutral pH, and adherence to food or technical grade classification, as verified through thorough laboratory analysis.

Q: What are the primary benefits of using BHT?

A: BHT effectively extends the shelf life of products by inhibiting oxidation, reduces spoilage, and helps maintain sensory characteristics such as color, taste, and texture in a wide range of industrial and consumer applications.

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