Chemical Name | Antioxidant BHT |
CAS Number | 128-37-0 |
Product Number | SP000004 |
Molecular Formula | C15H24O |
Molecular Weight | 220.35046 |
1. Product Introduction
Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT)
CAS No.: 128-37-0
UN number: 3077 Class: 9 Packing group: III
Molecular Formula: C15H24O
Butylated hydroxytoluene, other names 2,6-Di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol; BHT is good widely used as antioxidant with the benefits:
Neutralizes free oxygen radicals and acts as potent antioxidant
Prevents auto-oxidation of organic materials (prevents rancidity of fats & oils)
Extends shelf-life & stabilizes colorants of foods, cosmetics
2. Specification or COA
ITEM |
UNIT |
SPECIFICATIONS |
RESULTS |
Appearance |
-- |
White powder or crystals |
White crystals |
Purity(GC) |
% |
99.0 Min |
99.43 |
Melting point |
℃ |
67 - 73 |
69.3 |
Phenolic Impurities |
% |
0.02 Max |
0.002 |
Water |
% |
0.05 Max |
0.012 |
Residue on ignition (Ash) |
% |
0.005 Max |
0.002 |
Arsenic (As) |
mg/kg |
1.0 Max |
Confirms |
Heavy metals |
mg/kg |
5.0 Max |
Confirms |
3. Product application
Antioxidant Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT)
1. inhibit or delay the oxidative degradation of plastic or rubber and prolong its service life.
2. prevent the acid value or viscosity of the lubricating oil and fuel oil from rising.
3. a synthetic rubber, polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride stabilizer, antioxidant BHT is a commonly used phenolic antioxidant in rubber.
4. also a stabilizer for cosmetics and medicine.
5. an excellent anti-oxidant additive for various petroleum products.
4. Packing & Delivery
Standard export neutral packing in 25KG/Bag, or customized.
20’FCL=15MT with pallets; 20’FCL=20MT without pallets.