Foods Containing E321 (Butylated Hydroxytoluene)
E321 (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) is a antioxidant (synthetic) used in cooking oils, snack foods. Here are the foods where you'll find it on the label.
Common foods that contain E321
- cooking oils
- snack foods
- processed meats
- nut butters
- frozen foods
- cereals
In the UK and EU, E321 must be declared either as "E321" or as "Butylated Hydroxytoluene" in the ingredients list.
Is E321 safe?
E321 is authorised in the EU and UK but carries genuine concerns. For most people consuming Butylated Hydroxytoluene in typical quantities, health effects are unlikely — but the caution flag reflects either active scientific debate, mandatory warning labels, allergen status, or conditions attached to its authorisation.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA