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BHA

American

Chemistry, Pharmacology.

butylated hydroxyanisole: the synthetic antioxidant C 11 H 16 O 2 , used to retard rancidity in foods, pharmaceuticals, and other products containing fat or oil.

Etymology

Origin of BHA

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

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The BBC sent ingredients lists of two BHA 2% salicylic acid toners with similar packaging to Dr Bhate.

From BBC • Dec. 13, 2025

There were also incidents in February and March 2021 which led the BHA to issue Harris with a written warning because of his conduct towards Earle.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2024

Wickens would like to return to BHA for a third season next year, but said talks haven’t started on 2024 plans.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 12, 2023

In December 2018 then BHA chief executive Nick Rust told the BBC that tougher penalties in big races were likely to be introduced.

From BBC • Jul. 12, 2022

Harry Gottsacker was third in the No. 98 BHA Hyundai he shared with Parker Chase.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 2, 2022

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