E320
E320: BHA
High concernFunction: antioxidant
What is E320?
E320 (BHA) is a antioxidant used in processed foods.
What the research says
Synthetic antioxidant classified by IARC as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B).
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E320 (BHA) safe?
Synthetic antioxidant classified by IARC as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B).
Why is E320 added to food?
It is used as a antioxidant.
Does E320 make a food ultra-processed?
Not on its own. E320 is not one of the cosmetic additives the NOVA system uses to identify ultra-processed foods.