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]
SynonymsLignocaine Benzyl Benzoate,
Lidocaine Benzyl Benzoate
CAS no.3734-33-6
EINECS no.223-095-2
Molecular FormulaC28H34N2O3

SPECIFICATIONS [INDREX™ DENATONIUM BENZOATE POWDER]

TestUnitSpecification
AppearanceWhite to off-white powder
Assay% by mass99 – 101
Loss on Drying% by massMax 1.0
Chlorides% by massMax 0.2
Acidity (pH of 3% aq. Solution)6.5 – 7.5
Melting Point (by DSC method)°C63 – 170 W
Sulphated Ash% by massMax 0.5
Molecular Weight446.5
Residue on Ignition% by massMax 0.1

SPECIFICATIONS [INDREX™ DENATONIUM BENZOATE GRANULES]

TestUnitSpecification
AppearanceWhite colorless granules / crystals
Assay% by massMin 99.0
Loss on Drying% by massMax 1.0
Chlorides% by massMax 0.2
Acidity (pH of 3% aq. Solution)6.5 – 7.5
Melting Point (by DSC method)°C163 – 170 on dry basis
Sulphated Ash% by massMax 0.1
Molecular Weight446.5
Residue on Ignition% by massMax 0.1

SPECIFICATIONS [INDREX™ DENATONIUM BENZOATE 25% MEG]

TestUnitSpecification
AppearanceColorless to pale yellow liquid
Assay% by mass24.5 – 26.5
ChloridesppmMax 500
Specific Gravity1.1100 – 1.1300
Refractive Index1.465 – 1.479
pH of 3% solution in water6.5 – 8.5

Indrex™ Denatonium Saccharide

Chemical NameBenzyl Diethyl [(2,6 xylycarbamoyl) methyl] Ammonium Saccharide
CAS no.90823-38-4
Molecular Weight507.6
Molecular FormulaC28H33N3O4S

SPECIFICATIONS

TestUnitSpecification
AppearanceWhite powder
Assay% wt.99.0 – 100.5
Melting range°C173 – 179

APPLICATIONS [INDREX™ – DENATONIUM BENZOATE & DENATONIUM SACCHARIDE]

INDUSTRYTYPES OF END PRODUCTS
Denatured AlcoholsProducts based on SDA-1 and SDA-40B Alcohols
IndustrialsAntifreeze Glycols, Textile Finishing Sprays, Solid Fuels, Coating of Button Batteries, Lead Based Paints, Stripping Agents
Auto Care ProductsBrake Fluids, Car Waxes, Car Wash, Windshield Fluids
Household ProductsHousehold Cleaners, Air Fresheners, Laundry Detergents, Disinfectants
Personal ProductsShampoos, Hair Sprays, Medical Wipes, Hair Colorants/Conditioners, Nail Polishes / Removers
Animal RepellantPig Paints, Mosquito Repellent Creams
PesticidesHerbicides, Plant Nutrient Sticks, Insect Baits, Rodenticides

PACKAGING
Indrex™ Denatonium is offered by ExSyn in following types of packaging:

INDREX™ DENATONIUM BENZOATE

Powder & Granules1 Kg Water Soluble Bags & 10 bags in 1 carton
25 Kg drum with inner liner
Can arrange customised packing as well
25% in MEG200 Kg drum
1000 Kg IBC

INDREX™ DENATONIUM SACCHARIDE

Powder1 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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