BHT To Retain Freshness

BHT, or butylated hydroxytoluene, is a synthetic compound. It is made from petroleum-based chemicals through a process called alkylation.

BHT is an antioxidant used to preserve foods by preventing fats and oils from becoming rancid. It is often added to foods containing fats and oils to extend shelf life. You can find it in snack foods, cereals, and baked goods.

BHT is approved by the FDA as a food additive. It is also listed as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for specific uses. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated BHT. Some studies have raised questions about its health effects, but regulatory bodies consider it safe at the levels typically used in food.