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

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

The BHA said there had been 24 13-year-old horses since 2000 who have competed in the Grand National, with no previous fatalities.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 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 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 • 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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