Butylated Hydroxytoluene - BHT (Food Grade)
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Butylated Hydroxytoluene - BHT (Food Grade)

Premium food grade butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) for antioxidant protection in fats, oils, and processed foods. This powerful antioxidant prevents rancidity and extends shelf life with excellent thermal stability and effectiveness in various food applications.

  • Powerful Antioxidant Protection
  • Prevents Rancidity in Fats & Oils
  • Excellent Thermal Stability
  • Extended Shelf Life
  • Low Usage Levels Required
  • Professional Food Grade
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Butylated Hydroxytoluene
E Number: E321
CAS Number: 128-37-0
Chemical Formula: C₁₅H₂₄O
Molecular Weight: 220.35 g/mol
Physical State: White crystalline solid
Solubility: Oil-soluble, insoluble in water
Melting Point: 69-70°C
Boiling Point: 265°C
Flash Point: 127°C
Antioxidant Efficiency: Excellent for fats and oils
Packaging: 25kg fiber drums

Applications

Edible Oils
Dairy Fats
Baked Goods
Confectionery
Fried Foods
Cosmetics
Pharmaceutical
Food Supplements
Fat Preservation
Processed Foods
Antioxidant Agent
Industrial Fats

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized BHT grades tailored for specific applications, ensuring optimal antioxidant performance and regulatory compliance across diverse food and industrial formulations.

Food Grade (FCC)
Purity: ≥99.0% Heavy Metals: ≤10 ppm Loss on Drying: ≤0.25% Application: Food antioxidant
Technical Grade
Purity: ≥85% Cost-effective: Yes Bulk quantities: Available Application: Industrial use
Oil Grade
Form: Oil solution Concentration: Variable Dispersion: Excellent Application: Edible oils
Cosmetic Grade
Purity: ≥99.5% Microbial limits: Low Skin safe: Tested Application: Personal care

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's BHT is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international food safety standards and regulatory requirements for consistent antioxidant preservation performance.

ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management
FCC Grade Specifications
Superior Antioxidant Activity
High Purity Antioxidant
Heat Stability
Fat & Oil Protection
Certificate of Analysis
Global Regulatory Approval

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Food Grade BHT exhibits exceptional chemical properties essential for food applications. Its ultra-pure composition and precise antioxidant activity ensure reliable performance in demanding food processing and preservation applications.

Analytical Properties
Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₂₄O
Molecular Weight: 220.35 g/mol
Chemical Name: Butylated Hydroxytoluene
Antioxidant Activity: Phenolic antioxidant
Physical Properties
Melting Point: 69-70°C
Solubility: Fat soluble
Appearance: White crystalline solid
Odor: Faint characteristic odor
Food Performance
Antioxidant Function: Prevents rancidity
Carry-through: Excellent heat stability
Synergistic Effect: Works with BHA, citric acid
Usage Level: 0.02% max in foods
Purity Specifications
Assay: ≥ 99.0%
Heavy Metals: ≤ 10 ppm
Moisture Content: ≤ 0.1%
Sulfated Ash: ≤ 0.1%
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 5 years (unopened)
Heat Stability: Excellent up to 250°C
Light Sensitivity: Stable under normal light
Oxidation Resistance: Self-stabilizing

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Food Grade BHT superiority in food applications with exceptional antioxidant activity, heat stability, and consistency across diverse food formulations and preservation applications.

Antioxidant Consistency

Activity: ±1% variation in antioxidant power

Exceptional batch-to-batch consistency
Heat Stability

Retention: 95%+ activity up to 250°C

Superior thermal processing stability
Solubility Performance

Dissolution: Complete in fats and oils

Excellent fat solubility
Synergistic Effects

Combination: Enhanced with BHA/citric acid

Improved efficacy in combinations
Preservation Power

Efficacy: Prevents rancidity development

Outstanding preservation properties
Storage Stability

5 years under proper storage conditions

Extended food grade integrity

Safety Information

Food grade ingredient with established safety profile. Handle with standard food processing hygiene practices. Avoid direct inhalation of powder and use appropriate dust control measures. Follow good manufacturing practices and maintain clean, dry storage conditions to prevent contamination.

Food Grade
FDA Approved
Safe for Consumption

Storage & Handling

Store in original sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and moisture. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from oxidation. Use clean, dry handling equipment and ensure proper hygiene practices for food grade material handling.

Cool storage (15-25°C)
Dry, well-ventilated area
Original sealed containers
Prevent oxidation

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

BHT exhibits powerful antioxidant properties through sterically hindered phenolic mechanisms, providing reliable food protection with predictable oxidation inhibition and exceptional stability in high-temperature applications.

Radical Termination

Sterically hindered phenol structure effectively terminates oxidation chains

Superior thermal stability and extended antioxidant activity
Chain Breaking

Interrupts lipid peroxidation cycles to prevent rancidity development

Highly effective in oil-containing food systems
Thermal Stability

Maintains antioxidant activity at elevated processing temperatures

Ideal for fried foods and high-heat applications
Synergistic Activity

Enhanced performance when combined with other antioxidants

Optimized protection in complex food matrices

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory approval ensures global food industry access with complete documentation packages supporting international antioxidant and food preservation regulations.

FDA Approved

Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status for food antioxidant applications

EU Approved (E321)

European Union food additive approval for antioxidant applications

FSSC 22000 Certified

Food Safety System Certification for manufacturing processes

Global Approvals

Approved in over 100 countries for food preservation use

Kosher & Halal

Certified for religious dietary compliance requirements

Complete Documentation

Certificates of Analysis, antioxidant data, and safety data sheets

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's food preservation team provides comprehensive formulation support, application guidance, and technical services to optimize BHT performance in your specific high-temperature and oil preservation applications.

Formulation Development
  • High-temperature stability optimization and thermal testing
  • Oil system protection and shelf life extension
  • Synergistic antioxidant combination development
  • Custom thermal-stable preservation systems
Quality Assurance
  • Batch consistency verification and purity testing
  • Thermal stability assessment and validation
  • Oxidation inhibition testing and measurement
  • Regulatory compliance documentation
Application Support
  • High-temperature process optimization
  • Storage and handling best practices
  • Training for production teams
  • Troubleshooting oxidation challenges
Supply Solutions
  • Flexible packaging options and sizes
  • Just-in-time delivery scheduling
  • Global distribution network access
  • Emergency supply arrangements

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our BHT production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable manufacturing practices, emission control, and comprehensive environmental stewardship for antioxidant production.

Sustainable Synthesis

Energy-efficient production with optimized reaction pathways

Water Conservation

Advanced water recycling and treatment systems

Clean Manufacturing

Low emission production with environmental controls

Waste Minimization

Optimized processes reduce waste generation and byproducts

ISO 14001 Certified

Environmental management system compliance

Solvent Recovery

Advanced solvent recovery and recycling programs

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's specialized chemical manufacturing facility employs advanced synthesis and purification technology to ensure consistent BHT quality and thermal stability across all production batches.

Production Process

Advanced synthesis with controlled crystallization and purification

Multi-stage purification for thermal-stable quality
Quality Testing

Comprehensive testing including purity, thermal stability, and antioxidant activity

DSC analysis and antioxidant efficacy validation
Quality Systems

HACCP, GMP, and food safety certified manufacturing

Continuous monitoring and validation programs
Packaging Standards

Inert atmosphere packaging with oxidation prevention

Extended shelf life preservation systems

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive food industry data demonstrating BHT effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified thermal stability and antioxidant performance metrics.

Fried Foods
Thermal Stability: Maintains activity at 180°C for 8 hours Oil Life: 300-400% extension in frying applications Performance: No degradation during typical frying cycles
Baked Goods
Processing: Stable through baking temperatures Shelf Life: 150-200% extension through oxidation prevention Concentration: Effective at 0.01-0.02% levels
Cereals & Snacks
Rancidity Prevention: Complete protection in oil-coated cereals Crunch Retention: Maintains texture through shelf life Flavor: Preserves original taste profile integrity

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Thermal Stability

Consistently exceeds food-grade specifications with exceptional high-temperature performance

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with strategic inventory management and thermal-stable production

Thermal Processing Expertise

Specialized team provides high-temperature application development and optimization

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive certificates with thermal stability data and regulatory documentation

Global Standards

International compliance with food safety and antioxidant regulations

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with food manufacturers and custom thermal-stable solutions