What is BHT?
BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) is a synthetic, fat-soluble antioxidant widely used to prevent oxidation in both food and industrial applications. It is a white to pale yellow crystalline solid that is highly effective at protecting fats, oils, and various organic materials from oxidative degradation caused by exposure to oxygen, light, and heat over time.
Polychem Industries supplies BHT in food grade and industrial grade to edible oil refiners, packaged food manufacturers, plastics and rubber companies, and cosmetic formulators across India and internationally. Its dual role as both a food preservative and an industrial antioxidant makes it one of the most versatile stabilising agents in commercial use.
Available Grades
| Grade | Form | Purity | Standard | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food Grade | White to pale yellow crystalline flakes | 99%+ (Food Grade) | FSSAI / FCC / E321 | Edible oils, packaged foods, packaging materials, cosmetics, rubber |
| Industrial Grade | White to pale yellow flakes | 99% | Industrial | Plastics, rubber, petroleum products, cosmetics |
Applications & Uses
Edible Oils & Fats
Used as a food antioxidant to prevent rancidity in vegetable oils, animal fats, and fat-containing food products, often used alongside or as an alternative to TBHQ depending on the specific application and regulatory requirements.
Food Packaging Materials
Incorporated into food packaging films and materials, particularly those in contact with fatty or oily foods, to prevent the packaging material itself from degrading and to provide an additional barrier against oxidation of the packaged food.
Packaged & Processed Foods
Added directly to packaged snack foods, cereals, and processed foods containing fats to extend shelf life and maintain product freshness, flavour, and nutritional quality.
Cosmetics & Personal Care
Used as an antioxidant stabiliser in cosmetic formulations including lotions, lipsticks, and other personal care products containing oils and fats, preventing the formulation from developing rancid odours or discoloration.
Plastics & Rubber Industry
Industrial Grade BHT is used as an antioxidant stabiliser in plastics, rubber, and synthetic polymer manufacturing, preventing oxidative degradation that can cause discoloration, brittleness, or loss of mechanical properties.
Petroleum Products
Used as an antioxidant additive in petroleum-based products including lubricants, fuels, and jet fuel to prevent gum formation and degradation caused by oxidation during storage and use.
Technical Specifications
BHT — Key Properties
Why Source BHT from Polychem Industries?
- Food Grade (E321) and Industrial Grade available with full documentation
- Certificate of Analysis available on request
- Versatile use across food, cosmetics, plastics, and rubber industries
- Excellent stability and effectiveness at low dosage
- Reliable bulk supply for food manufacturers and industrial companies
- Export documentation experience for international shipments
