E321

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E321 is an additive approved by the EU (European Union). It is used as a synthetic antioxidant in food and drink products, especially in fatty food products in which it is sometimes included to reduce rancidity.

The common name for E321 is butylated hydroxytoluene or BHT.

BHT (E321) is less expensive than BHA (E320), and also less stable than BHA at high temperatures.

Excessive consumption of E321 has been said to cause liver damage and migraines. E321 has also been shown to cause cell division. The EU has restricted use of E321 to reduce the amount of this chemical in food and drink products.

Examples of food and drink products that may include E321:

• pastry products
• sweets
• biscuits
• cakes

Note⁽¹⁾ that the list of Food Additives (E Numbers) included in this section and listed on the left is subject to change as chemicals are added or removed by the EU Regulatory Authorities. IvyRose cannot guarantee that this list is complete.

Note⁽²⁾ These numbers are also used in Australia and New Zealand but without the E.

Government approvals and other regulatory details are subject to change.

This entry was added in good faith in July 2008.
For current details check with relevant authorities.