A robust synthetic phenolic antioxidant providing strong stability to unsaturated vegetable oils and animal fats, relied on in food processing, frying oils, and snacks to prevent rancidity and extend shelf life.
Full specification
- Molecular formula
- C10H14O2
- Grades
- food grade (E319)FCCpowdertechnical grade
- Packaging
- 25 kg bag · 1000 kg big bag · bulk
- Synonyms
- TBHQ · tert-butylhydroquinone · E319 · 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-1,4-benzenediol · 1948-33-0 · MTBHQ · Tert-Butylhydroquinone (TBHQ)
- Appearance
- White to pale-yellow crystalline powder
Compliance & regulatory
Region: EU — Chemotto S.r.l., Milano
- REACH-aligned supply
- CLP-labelled
- Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009
REACH REACHRegistration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals — the EU chemicals regulation (EC 1907/2006). CLP CLPClassification, Labelling and Packaging — the EU regulation (EC 1272/2008) for hazard communication. SVHC SVHCSubstance of Very High Concern — flagged on the REACH Candidate List for possible authorisation or restriction.