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2007-03-16 11:02:59 · 2 answers · asked by jesus c 1 in Science & Mathematics Chemistry

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Common Names: BHA, BHT

BHA is a chemical antioxidant used as a preservative in some edible fats and oils, fat- or oil-containing foods (e.g., baked goods, pork sausage), chewing gum, cosmetics, animal feed, food packaging, and in rubber and petroleum products.

Children can be exposed to BHA through a variety of processed foods.

BHA is related to a more widely used food preservative, BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene). BHT is not known to be an endocrine disruptor. Studies have not linked BHT to cancer conclusively.

The chemical butylated hydroxyanisole is ranked as Yellow for Caution. We recommend that you limit exposure.

Health Effects
Immediate Health Effects
If SWALLOWED, butylated hydroxyanisole is Moderately Toxic.
If ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN, butylated hydroxyanisole - Data Not Available.
If INHALED (SNIFFED OR BREATHED IN), butylated hydroxyanisole - Data Not Available.


Longterm or Delayed Health Effects
This chemical may cause cancer. It is considered a Possible Carcinogen by the World Health Organization, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, or another agency.
Allergen
Suspected Endocrine Disruptor = May interfere with, mimic or block hormones

Other
In test animals, BHA has caused cancer in the forestomach. Humans do not have a forestomach, although the cause of any kind of tumors in animals is cause for concern.
In test tube studies, BHA has mimicked the hormonal actions of estrogen.
Repeated contact with skin may cause irritation and skin allergies/dermatitis.

2007-03-16 11:33:03 · answer #1 · answered by jarock nikeebwoy 1 · 1 0

BHA and BHT were routinely used as preservatives in just about everything. Not very good for you but great for preserving. Banned! Clever people added it to the wrapping of cereal packages. Not required to list it as an ingredient of cereal box. Still functioned as a preservative. Enjoy!

2007-03-16 21:15:55 · answer #2 · answered by Brian T 6 · 0 0

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