BHA (Butyl Hydroxy Anisole)

BHA, also known as Butylated Hydroxyanisole, is a synthetic antioxidant used to help protect oils, fats, and other oxidation-sensitive components from oxidative degradation. It is commonly used in cosmetic, personal care, pharmaceutical, food, and industrial applications where formulation stability and protection against oxidation are important.

INCI Name

BHA

Ingredient Type

Synthetic Antioxidant / Stabilizer

Primary Functions

Antioxidant, Oxidation Stabilizer, Product Protection

Physical Form

White to yellowish waxy solid with a faint aromatic odor.

• Helps protect oils and fats against oxidation
• Supports the stability of oxidation-sensitive formulations
• Helps maintain product quality during storage
• Contributes to the stability and shelf life of suitable formulations
• Suitable for formulations containing oils and other oxidation-sensitive ingredients

• Cosmetics & Personal Care Products
• Skin Care Formulations
• Pharmaceutical Products
• Food & Food-Related Applications
• Rubber & Polymer Products
• Petroleum-Based Products
• Other Oxidation-Sensitive Formulations