Ingredient · E320

BHA Preservative

Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers add BHA to foods to prevent fats and oils from spoiling (going rancid). …

What is BHA Preservative?

BHA, or butylated hydroxyanisole, is a synthetic antioxidant. It is made from petroleum products.

Is BHA Preservative vegan?

BHA Preservative is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is BHA Preservative a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is BHA Preservative used for?

Manufacturers add BHA to foods to prevent fats and oils from spoiling (going rancid).

Is BHA Preservative safe?

BHA is an FDA-approved food additive in the United States.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add BHA to foods to prevent fats and oils from spoiling (going rancid). It helps keep products like baked goods, snack foods, and cereals fresh for longer.

Health notes

BHA is an FDA-approved food additive in the United States. JECFA has evaluated BHA and set an acceptable daily intake. EFSA has also evaluated BHA. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classifies BHA as "possibly carcinogenic to humans" (Group 2B), meaning there is some evidence of a cancer risk, but it is not conclusive.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Foods that contain BHA Preservative

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Barney'S Bakery Roll, Pepperoni & Cheese Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 49% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 308kcal 12.2Protein 14.7Fat 32.7Carbs

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National Krunchaz Original Jamaican Wheat Crackers Crackers & Biscotti 448kcal 6.9Protein 15.5Fat 65.5Carbs

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Shirley'S Cookie Company Banana Whoopie Pies Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 469kcal 2.6Protein 26.6Fat 54.9Carbs

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Take Away Cafe Whoopie Pie Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 442kcal 2.6Protein 23.9Fat 54.9Carbs

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Homade Savoury Royals Wheat Crackers, Original Jamaican Crackers & Biscotti 448kcal 6.9Protein 15.5Fat 65.5Carbs

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Hostess Cupcake Cookies, Lemon Iced Cookies With A Vanilla Squiggle Cookies & Biscuits 455kcal 4.5Protein 20.4Fat 63.6Carbs

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Member'S Mark Cheesy Garlic Bread Frozen Bread & Dough 300kcal 11.7Protein 11.7Fat 33.3Carbs

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WEIS Weis, Soft Sugar Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 408kcal 4.2Protein 21.1Fat 49.3Carbs

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Shirleys Cookie Company Shirleys Cookie Company Inc., Ginger Sugar Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 380kcal 4.2Protein 18.3Fat 50.7Carbs

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Shirley'S Cookie Company Shirley's Cookie Company Inc, Green Soft Sugar Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 408kcal 4.2Protein 21.1Fat 49.3Carbs

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Lone Star Powdered Sugar Premium Dainty Donuts Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 368kcal 5.3Protein 17.5Fat 50.9Carbs

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Hannaford Italian Style Sub With Ham Capicola, Hard Salami, Pepperoni, Smoked Provoione Cheese, Tomato, Lettuce, Red Onion And Oregano, Italian Style Sub Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 50% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 245kcal 13.3Protein 14.7Fat —Carbs

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Se Grocers Pepperoni Traditional Pizza Sliced And Diced Pepperoni With A Three Cheese Blend And Tomato Sauce, Pepperoni Traditional Pizza High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 262kcal 10Protein 10.8Fat 30.8Carbs

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Barney'S Bakery Hot Pepper Cheese & Pepperoni Roll Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 56% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 308kcal 11.5Protein 14.7Fat 32.7Carbs

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Signature Select Signature Select, Iced Cake Cookie, Lemon Icing & Vanilla Drizzle, Lemon Icing & Vanilla Drizzle Cookies & Biscuits High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 478kcal 4.3Protein 19.6Fat 73.9Carbs

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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