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Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) is an antioxidant consisting of a mixture of two isomeric organic compounds 2-tert-butyl-4-hydroxyanisole and 3-tert-butyl-4-hydroxyanisole. It is prepared from 4-methoxyphenol and isobutylene. It is a waxy solid used as a food additive with the E number E320. The primary use for BHA is as an antioxidant and preservative in food food packaging animal feed cosmetics rubber and petroleum products.

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