Butylated hydroxytoluene

Category: AdditivesOther names: BHT, E321

Butylated hydroxytoluene contains moderate levels of Histamine and Salicylate. It has low levels of Nickel. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.

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Frequently asked questions

Which intolerances does Butylated hydroxytoluene affect?

Butylated hydroxytoluene is notable for Histamine, Salicylate and Nickel.

Does Butylated hydroxytoluene contain Histamine?

Butylated hydroxytoluene contains moderate levels of Histamine. Synthetic antioxidants (BHA/BHT E320-321, gallates E310-312, TBHQ) appear in pseudoallergen-free diets as possible liberators, but on weak and largely observational evidence. Worth knowing rather than avoiding on principle. Sources: Zuberbier et al., EAACI/GA2LEN urticaria guideline; EFSA re-evaluations of BHA (2011) and BHT (2012).

Does Butylated hydroxytoluene contain Salicylate?

Butylated hydroxytoluene contains moderate levels of Salicylate.

Does Butylated hydroxytoluene contain Nickel?

Butylated hydroxytoluene contains only low levels of Nickel. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.