Antioxidants (BHA, BHT)

BHA (Butylated Hydroxyanisole) and BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) are synthetic antioxidants (E320/E321) used as preservatives in foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals to prevent fats and oils from going rancid, extending shelf life by inhibiting oxidation. They work by neutralizing free radicals, maintaining product color, flavor, and texture,