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Denatonium benzoate, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
The bitterest compound known
Supplier: Thermo Scientific Chemicals J6104806
Description
The bitterest compound knownDenatonium benzoate is used as an alcohol denaturant and flavor in pharmaceuticals. It is also used in antifreeze, nail biting preventions, respirator mask fit-testing, animal repellents, liquid soaps and shampoos. Further, it is used in air care products. It acts as H1 antihistamine. In addition to this, it is used as a disinfectant.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
ApplicationsThe bitterest compound knownDenatonium benzoate is used as an alcohol denaturant and flavor in pharmaceuticals. It is also used in antifreeze, nail biting preventions, respirator mask fit-testing, animal repellents, liquid soaps and shampoos. Further, it is used in air care products. It acts as H1 antihistamine. In addition to this, it is used as a disinfectant.
Solubility
Soluble in isopropyl alcohol, methanol. Slightly soluble in acetone. Insoluble in ether.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Moisture sensitive.
Specifications
Denatonium benzoate | |
unii-m5ba6gaf1o | |
Soluble in isopropyl alcohol,methanol. Slightly soluble in acetone. Insoluble in ether. | |
C28H34N2O3 | |
Solid |
3734-33-6 | |
5 g,5 g | |
164°C to 169°C | |
446.59 | |
White |
Chemical Identifiers
3734-33-6 | |
C28H34N2O3 | |
unii-m5ba6gaf1o |
Safety and Handling
Causes serious eye irritation, Harmful if swallowed, May cause respiratory irritation, Causes skin irritation
Serious eye damage/eye irritation (category 2), Acute toxicity (category 4), Specific target organ toxicity after single exposure (category 3), Skin corrosion/irritation (category 2)
EINECSNumber : 223-095-2
Recommended Storage : Ambient
RUO – Research Use Only