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.
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Abstract Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA) is a waxy solid that 150 mg BHA/kg complete feed would be a safe dose for all animal species.