Description

Denatonium Benzoate Monohydrate is the monohydrate salt form of the world's most bitter known chemical compound. This extreme bitterness makes it an exceptionally effective and versatile aversive agent for preventing accidental or intentional ingestion of toxic substances. It is a critical additive for manufacturers across consumer, industrial, and pharmaceutical sectors who require a safe, non-toxic, and potent bittering agent. Its primary value lies in its ability to deter consumption at extremely low concentrations, ensuring product safety without altering the primary function of the formulation.

Application

• Alcohol Denaturant: Added to ethanol and industrial alcohols (like methanol or isopropanol) to render them unfit for human consumption, complying with tax and safety regulations.
• Household & Industrial Product Safety: Used as a bittering agent in antifreeze, windshield washer fluids, cleaning products, paints, solvents, and pesticides to prevent accidental poisoning, especially in children and pets.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Incorporated into nail polish removers, soaps, shampoos, and other products to prevent ingestion, particularly in products that may be attractive to children.
• Pharmaceutical & Veterinary Applications: Applied as a taste deterrent in topical medications, oral sprays, and animal repellents to prevent licking or chewing.
• Specialty Chemicals: Used in laboratory reagents and certain gas odorants as a safety measure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Denatonium Benzoate Monohydrate
CAS No.	86398-53-0
Molecular Formula	C28H34N2O4 • H2O
Molecular Weight	466.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Denatonium Benzoate Hydrate; Benzyldiethyl[(2,6-xylylcarbamoyl)methyl]ammonium benzoate monohydrate; Bitrex® (Trade Name); Lignocaine benzyl benzoate (historical); THS-839; Aversion Agent Bitterant; Bittering Agent; CAS 3734-33-6 (Anhydrous form)
EINECS	For anhydrous form: 223-095-2

Quality Control

Our Denatonium Benzoate Monohydrate is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for global industrial applications. We ensure batch-to-batch consistency through rigorous analytical controls. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, loss on drying, and identification. Our quality management system supports compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks for its intended uses.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. Under recommended storage conditions, the product remains stable for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Loss on Drying	3.5% - 4.5%
Melting Point	163°C - 170°C
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.