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

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BHA

Ingredients like BHA and propylparaben may be linked to endocrine disruption that may have reproductive effects and cause cancer.

From Salon ● Apr. 11, 2026

BHA chief executive Brant Dunshea said the new strategy was about ensuring the "long-term health and success" of horse racing.

From BBC ● Mar. 19, 2026

The BHA said it will analyse the "race and incident in detail", as well as sending the horse for a post-mortem.

From BBC ● Apr. 8, 2025

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

Michael Lewis finished second in the No. 1 BHA Hyundai he co-drove with Taylor Hagler.

From Seattle Times ● Jul. 2, 2022

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