1. General introduction to Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT)
Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT) is a highly effective synthetic antioxidant, widely applied in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food industries.
This ingredient plays a crucial role in preventing the oxidation of fats, oils, and other sensitive components, thereby extending shelf life and maintaining the stability and quality of the final product.
2. Information about Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT)
- Ingredient name: Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT)
- Ingredient category: Pharmaceutical excipients / Antioxidants.
- Function: Antioxidant, protecting lipophilic components, extending product shelf life.
- Chemical formula: C15H24O
- Physical state: Crystalline powder or flakes, white to pale yellow.
- Solubility: Insoluble in water, highly soluble in organic solvents, oils, and fats.
3. Advantages of the ingredient
- Outstanding antioxidant properties: Effectively prevents the formation and development of free radicals, protecting products from rancidity and degradation.
- High thermal stability: Heat-resistant, retaining antioxidant properties even when subjected to high-temperature processing.
- Excellent compatibility: Easily dissolves and combines with various oils, waxes, and fats in diverse formulation formulas.
- Cost-effective: Delivers long-lasting and robust protection even at a very low usage concentration in the formula (typically under 0.1%).
4. Applications of Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT)
- In pharmaceuticals and health supplements (Core application): Commonly used in softgel capsules containing oils (such as Omega-3, Vitamin A, Vitamin E), ointments, and topical creams to prevent the degradation of active ingredients and lipophilic excipients.
- In cosmetics: Applied as a protectant for natural ingredients, carrier oils, waxes, and fragrances against oxidation, helping to maintain the texture, scent, and color of creams, lipsticks, and lotions.
- In food: Acts as a preservative to maintain the quality of cooking oils, animal fats, and processed foods.
5. Commercial products using Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT)
6. Product contact information
- Consultation Hotline: +84 (0) 834 560 500
- Email: director@biorichgroup.com
- Website:www.biorichgroup.com
- Sample/COA Request: Please contact us via email to request a sample and the latest Certificate of Analysis (COA) of the ingredient.