BHT Food Grade

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Formula

C15H24O

Description

BHT has the appearance of a yellowish crystalline powder; it is insoluble in water but more soluble in methanol, ethyl alcohol, in benzene, toluene, oils and greases. Butyl-hydroxy-toluene is used as an antioxidant for oils and greases and is also fundamental for the production of soaps and plastic materials.

Appearance

BHT is a yellowish crystalline powder.

Solubility

Bht is insoluble in water but soluble in methyl alcohol, ethyl alcohol, benzene, toluene, oils and greases.

Uses

BHT is mainly used in the food industry as an antioxidant and in the production of soap, plastic materials, elastomers and wax ( food grade BHT ) is used in the animal feed sector (BHT feed grade ).

CAS

128-37-0

Classification

BHT is hazardous to people and the environment.

Safety

Request safety data sheet (SDS) and refer to points 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 13.

Specifications

Technical specifications are provided on request according to the application: bht food grade is stored in original packing and under conditions mentioned on the safety data sheet (SDS).

Synonyms

BHT is also known as 2.5-Di(ter)-butyl-p-cresol or 2.5-Di(ter)-butyl-4-methyl-phenol.