Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Eastman TBHQ Tert-Butylhydroquinone

Eastman TBHQ Tert-Butylhydroquinone is a high-purity antioxidant from Eastman’s food-grade additive series, widely used in oils, fats, and snacks to prevent oxidative rancidity. It offers superior stability, low volatility, and effective free-radical scavenging. Approved globally including FDA and EFSA, it ensures extended shelf life while maintaining sensory quality and safety in food and feed applications.
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Features Of Eastman TBHQ Tert-Butylhydroquinone

  1. Highly effective antioxidant for preventing oxidative rancidity in fats, oils, and lipid-containing foods.

  2. Excellent thermal stability, retaining activity during high-temperature processing such as frying and baking.

  3. Low volatility and low odor, minimizing impact on sensory properties of finished products.

  4. Synergistic performance when combined with other antioxidants like citric acid or ascorbyl palmitate.

  5. Approved for use in food applications globally, including FDA 21 CFR §172.130 and EU Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008.

Typical Applications Of Eastman TBHQ Tert-Butylhydroquinone

  1. Frying oils and cooking fats for commercial foodservice and snack manufacturing.

  2. Processed meats, sausages, and meat analogs to extend shelf life and maintain color stability.

  3. Snack foods including potato chips, crackers, and extruded snacks containing vegetable oils.

  4. Animal feed fats and premixes requiring protection against lipid peroxidation during storage.

  5. Edible oil refining and packaging to inhibit autoxidation during bulk storage and distribution.

Specifications Of Eastman TBHQ Tert-Butylhydroquinone

Chemical TypeTertiary butylated hydroquinone (synthetic phenolic antioxidant)
Product FormCrystalline powder or stabilized granules
AppearanceWhite to off-white crystalline solid
Primary ApplicationsFood-grade antioxidant for fats, oils, and lipid-rich foods
Key FeaturesHigh efficacy at low use levels (50–200 ppm), heat-resistant, non-volatile
BenefitsExtends shelf life, preserves flavor/aroma, maintains color and nutritional quality
Regulatory StatusFDA-approved (21 CFR §172.130); EFSA-assessed; JECFA ADI: 0–0.7 mg/kg bw/day
Storage ConditionsStore in cool, dry place under inert atmosphere; protect from light and moisture


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