BHT Irganox and Anitioxidant

The chemical name of BHT is 2,6-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol. It is based on P-cresol, isobutanol, concentrated sulfuric acid as catalyst and alumina as dehydration agent. Used as an antioxidant in food processing. Antioxidants are organic compounds that inhibit or delay the thermal oxidation of polymers and other organic compounds in the air. In layman's terms, it is a substance that prevents the oxidation of polymer materials.

Antioxidant BHT can inhibit or delay the oxidation degradation of plastics or rubber and extend the service life.Antioxidant BHT prevents the acid value or viscosity of lubricating oil and fuel oil from rising.

Antioxidant BHT can delay rancidity of food as food additive. The antioxidant BHT is used in animal and plant oils and in foods containing animal and plant oils. In addition, the antioxidant BHT can also be used in inks, adhesives, leather, casting, dyeing, paint and electronics industries.Antioxidant BHT is also a stabilizer for cosmetics, medicine, etc.. Addition of antioxidant BHT: 0.01 %-2 %.