BHA

Chemistry, Pharmacology.

1. 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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of BHA¹

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

The BHA has also launched initiatives to encourage women to stay in the sport after statistics showed that three-quarters of graduates from the two main racing schools were female, but only 15% of professional jockeys were women.

From BBC

Preservatives, including dipotassium phosphate and BHA.

From Seattle Times

In written reasons issued by the BHA's Licensing Committee on Wednesday a series of incidents relating to Harris' behaviour were outlined.

From BBC

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

Wickens and co-driver Harry Gottsacker start Friday’s race at Road Atlanta for BHA in Braselton, Georgia, with a 20-point lead over JDC-Miller MotorSports.

From Seattle Times