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BHA

Butylated HydroxyanisoleE320preservative

FDA Status

Under Review
Under Active FDA Review

A synthetic antioxidant used to prevent fats and oils from going rancid. Listed as reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen by the US National Toxicology Program.

Concerns

CAERS Adverse Events

No adverse event reports found.

CAERS data is voluntary. Reports indicate correlation, not causation. About CAERS

International Status

European Union
restricted
Canada
restricted

Commonly Found In

cerealschewing gumsnack foodsbutterdehydrated potatoesbeer

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