Product Description
Butylated Hydroxy Anisole (BHA) is a synthetic phenolic antioxidant widely used to prevent oxidative degradation of fats, oils, and other oxidation-sensitive substances. In laboratory and research settings, BHA is commonly used as a reference antioxidant, stabilizing agent, and analytical reagent in pharmaceutical, chemical, and food science studies.
Bright Scientific supplies high-quality laboratory-grade BHA with consistent purity and reliable performance, ensuring accurate and reproducible results for routine analysis and advanced research applications.
Key Features : Butylated Hydroxy Anisole (BHA)
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High-purity laboratory and research-grade antioxidant
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Effectively inhibits oxidation of fats and oils
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Stable compound with long shelf life
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Provides consistent and reproducible results
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Suitable for academic, research, and industrial laboratories
Applications
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Antioxidant reference standard in laboratory assays
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Pharmaceutical research and formulation studies
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Food science and lipid oxidation studies
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Chemical research and analytical testing
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Quality control and academic laboratory use
Chemical Information
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Chemical Name: Butylated Hydroxy Anisole
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Common Name: BHA
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CAS Number: 25013-16-5
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Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₆O₂
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Molecular Weight: ~180.24 g/mol
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Appearance: White to pale yellow crystalline solid or powder
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Solubility: Soluble in organic solvents; slightly soluble in water
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Grade: Laboratory / Research Grade
Storage & Handling
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Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light
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Keep container tightly closed when not in use
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Protect from heat and moisture
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Handle using standard laboratory safety procedures
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For laboratory and research use only
Why Buy from Bright Scientific?
Bright Scientific provides quality-tested laboratory chemicals that meet international analytical and research standards. Our Butylated Hydroxy Anisole (BHA) offers dependable purity, stable performance, and excellent value for research and routine laboratory applications.
1 Appearance White or slightly yellow crystalline powder or waxy solid, having a faint, characteristic odor
Slightly yellow waxy
solid,having a faint,
characteristic odor
2 Purity (by GC) Min 98.5% 99.46%
3 Solubility Insoluble in water, freely soluble in alcohol, in propylene glycol, in chloroform & in ether Passes test
4 Identifications To comply USP tests Passes test
5 Melting point 48 – 63°C 58.8 °C
6 Heavy metal (as Pb) Max 0.001% 0.000010%
7 Arsenic (As) Max 0.0003% <0.0003%
8 Sulphated ash Max.0.1% 0.0079%
9 Residue on ignition Max 0.01% 0.0079%
10 Organic volatile impurities (By GC) To meet the requirement of USP-NF Passes test
