INTRODUCTION
Denatonium is one of the most bitter chemical compounds known and is usually available as Denatonium Benzoate [DB] and Denatonium Saccharide with bitterness thresholds of 0.05 ppm for the benzoate and 0.01 ppm for the saccharide. They are used as aversive agents (bitterants) to prevent inappropriate ingestion.
The repulsive taste of denatonium can be used as a deterrent on products not designed for consumption and/or are harmful upon consumption.
FORMS OF INDREX™ DB:
| 1. Powder |
| 2. Granules |
| 3. 25% in Mono Ethylene Glycol [MEG] |
| Synonyms | Lignocaine Benzyl Benzoate, Lidocaine Benzyl Benzoate |
| CAS no. | 3734-33-6 |
| EINECS no. | 223-095-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C28H34N2O3 |
SPECIFICATIONS [INDREX™ DENATONIUM BENZOATE POWDER]
| Test | Unit | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | – | White to off-white powder |
| Assay | % by mass | 99 – 101 |
| Loss on Drying | % by mass | Max 1.0 |
| Chlorides | % by mass | Max 0.2 |
| Acidity (pH of 3% aq. Solution) | – | 6.5 – 7.5 |
| Melting Point (by DSC method) | °C | 63 – 170 W |
| Sulphated Ash | % by mass | Max 0.5 |
| Molecular Weight | – | 446.5 |
| Residue on Ignition | % by mass | Max 0.1 |
SPECIFICATIONS [INDREX™ DENATONIUM BENZOATE GRANULES]
| Test | Unit | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | – | White colorless granules / crystals |
| Assay | % by mass | Min 99.0 |
| Loss on Drying | % by mass | Max 1.0 |
| Chlorides | % by mass | Max 0.2 |
| Acidity (pH of 3% aq. Solution) | – | 6.5 – 7.5 |
| Melting Point (by DSC method) | °C | 163 – 170 on dry basis |
| Sulphated Ash | % by mass | Max 0.1 |
| Molecular Weight | – | 446.5 |
| Residue on Ignition | % by mass | Max 0.1 |
SPECIFICATIONS [INDREX™ DENATONIUM BENZOATE 25% MEG]
| Test | Unit | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | – | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Assay | % by mass | 24.5 – 26.5 |
| Chlorides | ppm | Max 500 |
| Specific Gravity | – | 1.1100 – 1.1300 |
| Refractive Index | – | 1.465 – 1.479 |
| pH of 3% solution in water | – | 6.5 – 8.5 |
Indrex™ Denatonium Saccharide
| Chemical Name | Benzyl Diethyl [(2,6 xylycarbamoyl) methyl] Ammonium Saccharide |
| CAS no. | 90823-38-4 |
| Molecular Weight | 507.6 |
| Molecular Formula | C28H33N3O4S |
SPECIFICATIONS
| Test | Unit | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | – | White powder |
| Assay | % wt. | 99.0 – 100.5 |
| Melting range | °C | 173 – 179 |
APPLICATIONS [INDREX™ – DENATONIUM BENZOATE & DENATONIUM SACCHARIDE]
| INDUSTRY | TYPES OF END PRODUCTS |
|---|---|
| Denatured Alcohols | Products based on SDA-1 and SDA-40B Alcohols |
| Industrials | Antifreeze Glycols, Textile Finishing Sprays, Solid Fuels, Coating of Button Batteries, Lead Based Paints, Stripping Agents |
| Auto Care Products | Brake Fluids, Car Waxes, Car Wash, Windshield Fluids |
| Household Products | Household Cleaners, Air Fresheners, Laundry Detergents, Disinfectants |
| Personal Products | Shampoos, Hair Sprays, Medical Wipes, Hair Colorants/Conditioners, Nail Polishes / Removers |
| Animal Repellant | Pig Paints, Mosquito Repellent Creams |
| Pesticides | Herbicides, Plant Nutrient Sticks, Insect Baits, Rodenticides |
PACKAGING
Indrex™ Denatonium is offered by ExSyn in following types of packaging:
INDREX™ DENATONIUM BENZOATE
| Powder & Granules | 1 Kg Water Soluble Bags & 10 bags in 1 carton 25 Kg drum with inner liner Can arrange customised packing as well |
| 25% in MEG | 200 Kg drum 1000 Kg IBC |
INDREX™ DENATONIUM SACCHARIDE
| Powder | 1 Kg Water Soluble Bags & 10 bags in 1 carton 25 Kg drum with inner liner Can arrange customised packing as well |
No matter the quantity you need, our exceptional quality and service will make ExSyn your supplier of choice! If you need any additional information or SDS, please get in touch with us.
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