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.