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BHA

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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.


Etymology

Origin of BHA

First recorded in 1945–50

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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

Mr Incredible's behaviour at Kelso was referred to the BHA by the stewards, who said he was "unruly" and appeared to pull himself up after the 14th fence.

From BBC Mar. 31, 2025

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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