Description

ζ-Stat CAS NO 3316-02-7 is a high-purity chemical compound, also known as 2,6-Di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol (BHT), widely recognized for its potent antioxidant properties. This compound is critical for preventing oxidative degradation in a wide range of industrial and consumer products, thereby extending shelf life and maintaining product integrity. It is an essential raw material for manufacturers in the plastics, rubber, food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries seeking reliable stabilization solutions.

Application

• Polymer & Rubber Stabilizer: A primary antioxidant used to inhibit oxidation and thermal degradation in polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, synthetic rubbers, and adhesives.
• Food & Feed Preservative: Employed as an antioxidant (E321) to prevent rancidity in fats, oils, and fat-containing foods, as well as in animal feed.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used to stabilize formulations in lipsticks, creams, and lotions by protecting against oxidation of oils and butters.
• Fuel & Lubricant Additive: Acts as an antioxidant in gasoline, jet fuels, and industrial lubricants to prevent gum formation and acid generation.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Serves as an antioxidant in certain pharmaceutical formulations and dietary supplements to maintain potency.
• Industrial Fluids: Protects hydraulic fluids, transformer oils, and other specialty fluids from oxidative breakdown.

Basic Information

Product Name	ζ-Stat CAS NO 3316-02-7
CAS No.	3316-02-7
Molecular Formula	C15H24O
Molecular Weight	220.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Butylated Hydroxytoluene; BHT; 2,6-Di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol; 2,6-Di-tert-butyl-p-cresol; DBPC; Antioxidant 264; Ionol CP; Agidol; Vulkanox KB; E321; 2,6-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-methylphenol
EINECS	222-018-5

Quality Control

Our ζ-Stat CAS NO 3316-02-7 is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency, suitable for food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment. We can supply grades compliant with FCC, USP/NF, Ph. Eur., and other relevant pharmacopeial standards upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0 %
Melting Point	69.0 °C - 70.0 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfated Ash	≤ 0.002 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.