BHT

BHT

Item No. AOX-BHT-01
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Description
Description
BHT = butylated hydroxy-toluene (2,6-di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol). Melting point 70°C (158°F). Purity 99%.
Benefits
  • Neutralizes free oxygen radicals and acts as potent antioxidant
  • Prevents auto-oxidation of organic materials (prevents rancidity of fats & oils)
  • Extends shelf-life & stabilizes colorants of cosmetics
Use
Add to fat phase, typical usage 0.01-0.1%, best used in combination with EDTA. For external use only.
Applications
For stabilizing all kinds of cosmetics like creams, lotions, shampoos, makeup & sunscreen products.
CAS
128-37-0
INCI
Butylated hydroxytoluene
composition
Butylated hydroxytoluene
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Off white to yellowish crystals, characteristic odor
Solubility
Insoluble in water, partly soluble in ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol and oils
Storage
Store light-protected at a cool and dry place
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
P-cresol and isobutylene
Manufacture
BHT is produced by the reaction of p-cresol (4-methylphenol) with isobutylene (2-methylpropene) catalyzed by sulfuric acid.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
3201900000
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