Formula	CAS
C15H24O	128-37-0

Background
BHT is an antioxidant frequently added to cosmetics and foods.

Synonyms
2,6-DI-Tert-Butyl-4-Methylphenol
Advastab 401
Agidol
Alkofen
Antioxidant 4
Antrancine 8
2,6-Bis(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-4-Methylphenol Butilated Hydroxytoluele
Chemanox 11
2,6-Di-tert-butyl-4-Methylphenol
Impruvol
Idnol
Ionol CP
Kerabit
Nocrac 200
Nonox TBC
Parabar 441
Paranox 441
Stavox
Sumilizer BHT
Sustane BHT
Swanox BHT
Tenamene 3
Tenox BHT
Topanol
Toxolan
Vanlube PC
Vianol
Vulkanox KB

Uses
Animal feeds
Cosmetics
Foods- beverages, gum, ice cream, fruits, cereals, etc.
Glues
Jet fuels
Paints
Petroleum products
Plastics
Rubber
Topical medications

Cross-Reactions

Unusual Reactions
Airborne contact dermatitis
Depigmentation

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Author(s):
Allergology: background information on allergens.