Tenox™ BHT food-grade antioxidant is 100% butylated hydroxytoluene granular crystals. Soluble in lipids, it is most commonly used in food and cosmetic applications.
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Tenox™ BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) and solutions have great solubility in fats and oils and provides carry through effectiveness in baked foods. It prevents oxidation deterioration, thus extending product shelf life.
Product Specifications
Physical state: Solid Typical color: White to light tan Melting point: 69.7°C Odor: Very slight
Primary Chemistry: butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT)
Features & Benefits
Excellent solubility in fats and oils Effective carry-through in baked foods Stable at high temperature Imparts stability to fats, oils, cereals, and packaging materials Effective in low concentrations No effect on odor or taste of end product Food grade Kosher Can be used independent or combined with other antioxidants to impart stability to fats and oils
Problems Solved
Oxidative rancidity
Applications
Chewing gum Edible fats Mineral oils Nuts Packaging materials Waxes Color cosmetics Skin care Body care Face and neck care Lip care Hand and nail care Sun care Under-eye care Foot care Tanning products Soap Bath and shower products Fragrance Hair treatments Shampoo Conditioner Hair styling Hair colorant Deodorant Shaving and depilatories
Tenox™ grades feature a base chemistry of tertiary butylhydroquinone (TBHQ), butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), or butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT), and are also available as blends.
Eastman Tenox™ antioxidants inhibit the rancidity of creams and lotions for a variety of personal care products including skin care, sun care, hair care, color cosmetics, fragrances, and antiperspirants and deodorant.