Butylated hydroxy toluene as a food additive acts as :

flavouring agent

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emulsifier

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antioxidant

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colouring agent

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Solution

The correct option is B antioxidant
Rancidity of food happens due to the oxidation of components of food. To prevent oxidation of fatty acids butylated hydroxy toluene is added which works as antioxidant.

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