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

Eastman Tenox TBHQ Antioxidant

Eastman Tenox TBHQ Antioxidant is a high-purity tertiary-butylhydroquinone (TBHQ) antioxidant from Eastman’s Tenox series, widely used in edible oils, snacks, and fat-based foods to prevent oxidative rancidity. It offers superior heat stability, low volatility, and effective free-radical scavenging at low usage levels (0.01–0.02% w/w), complying with FDA, EFSA, and FCC standards.
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Features Of Eastman Tenox TBHQ Antioxidant

  1. Highly effective at low use levels—typically 0.01–0.02% in edible oils and fats.

  2. Excellent thermal stability, maintaining antioxidant activity during high-temperature processing.

  3. Compatible with other antioxidants (e.g., BHA, BHT) for synergistic performance.

  4. Approved for food contact applications under global regulatory frameworks including FDA 21 CFR §182.3165 and EU Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008.

  5. Minimal impact on flavor, odor, or color of finished products.

Typical Applications Of Eastman Tenox TBHQ Antioxidant

  1. Refined vegetable oils (soybean, canola, sunflower, peanut).

  2. Fried snack foods and potato chips.

  3. Margarines and spreads.

  4. Shortening and bakery shortenings.

  5. Animal feed fats and premixes.

Specifications Of Eastman Tenox TBHQ Antioxidant

Chemical TypeTertiary butylhydroquinone (TBHQ)
Product FormFree-flowing crystalline powder
AppearanceWhite to off-white crystalline solid
Assay (TBHQ content)≥ 99.0% (by GC)
Melting Point126.5–128.5 °C
SolubilitySoluble in ethanol, acetone, and warm oils; slightly soluble in water
Primary ApplicationsFood-grade lipid stabilization
Key FeaturesHigh efficacy, low volatility, regulatory compliance


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