Butylated hydroxytoluene / BHT

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Description

An antioxidant, shown to be chemopreventive against a variety of carcinogens. Low doses have a modulating effect on liver and bladder carcinogenesis.

Specifications

Cas No.	128-37-0
Product ID	B7977
Product Name	Butylated hydroxytoluene / BHT
Chemical Name	2,6-Bis-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-methylphenol
Synonym	BHT; Antracine 8; Ionol CP; Sustane; Dalpac; Impruvol; Vianol
Formula Wt.	220.35
Melting Point	70^oC
Boiling Point	265^oC
Purity	≥98%
Solubility	Insoluble in water. Soluble in ethanol, acetone, or DMSO.
Store Temp	Ambient
Ship Temp	Ambient
References	Williams, G.M., Tanaka, T., Maruyama, H., Maeura, Y., Weisburger, J.H., Zang, E. Cancer Res. 51:6224-6230 (1991).