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IONOL 99 is manufactured according HACCP principles for Food Safety and certied FAMI-QS for animal feed applications.
IONOL 99 is an oil-soluble antioxidant widely used at home and abroad.
IONOL 99 antioxidants helps keep food fresh, appetizing and nourishing, them are used in a wide range of foodstus, including biscuits, cereals, fats, oils, chewing gum and meat products.
CAS Number: 25312-34-9
Molecular Formula: C13H22O
Molecular Weight: 194.31
EINECS Number: 246-815-7
Synonyms: alpha-Ionol, 25312-34-9, alpha-lonol, (E)-4-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)but-3-en-2-ol, 3-Buten-2-ol, 4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-, (3E)-, latilure, FEMA No. 3624, .alpha.-Ionol, Ionol, alpha-, 4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-ol, 472-78-6, BRN 2327829, 4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexenyl)-3-buten-2-ol, EINECS 246-815-7, 4QI2W5Y52K, AI3-36071, EINECS 207-455-6, IONOL, .ALPHA.-, .ALPHA.-IONOL [FHFI], 3-Buten-2-ol, 4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-, (3E)-4-(2,6,6-TRIMETHYL-2-CYCLOHEXENYL)-3-BUTEN-2-OL, DTXSID50865202, (+-)-ALPHA-IONOL, (+-)-.ALPHA.-IONOL, DTXCID60813638, 207-455-6, 4,7-Megastigmadien-9-ol, a-Ionol (Technical Grade), (3E)-4-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)but-3-en-2-ol, UNII-4QI2W5Y52K, alpha -Ionol, (3E)-4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-ol; (3E)-4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexenyl)-3-buten-2-ol; 4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexenyl)but-3-en-2-ol; 4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-ol; (3E)-4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-ol, Alpha-Ionol (Technical Grade), SCHEMBL1245068, CHEMBL4445039, DTXSID60885294, CHEBI:191484, (+/-)-.ALPHA.-IONOL, MFCD00036594, .ALPHA.-IONOL, (+/-)-, alpha-Ionol, technical, >=90% (GC), NS00012647, G63671, Q27260370, (E)-4-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-2-enyl)but-3-en-2-ol, (3E)-4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-ol, 4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-ol, 9CI, 4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-trans-3-buten-2-ol, 4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexenyl)-3-buten-2-ol, (3E)-, (3E)-4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-ol , latilure;3-Buten-2-ol, 4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-, (3E)-;4-(2,6,6-TRIMETHYL-2-CYCLOHEXEN-1-YL)-3-BUTEN-2-OL(ALPHA-IONOL);4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-o;Ai3-36071;alpha-Lonol;Brn 2327829;ALPHA-IONOL
IONOL 99 helps maintain the physical and chemical properties of the materials it is added to, extending their performance life and preventing discoloration, embrittlement, or rancidity.
IONOL 99 has the flavor of ionone, but softer and sweeter.
IONOL 99 is BHT with 2 % silica-based, anti-caking additive and is specially formulated to be used in animal feed.
IONOL 99 products meets health and safety requirements, such as the analytical requirements of the Food Chemical Codex (FCC) and has international approvals for addition to food intended for human consumption.
IONOL 99 is a high-purity grade of butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT), a synthetic antioxidant widely used to preserve the stability and shelf life of various industrial and consumer products.
IONOL 99’s chemical name is 2,6-di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol, and it is known for its ability to inhibit oxidation by neutralizing free radicals, which can otherwise lead to the degradation of organic materials.
In industrial applications, IONOL 99 is often incorporated into plastics, rubber, fuels, lubricants, and oils to prevent oxidative deterioration during storage and usage.
Its role is particularly important in stabilizing polymers and hydrocarbons that are exposed to heat, light, or oxygen over time.
IONOL 99 is also used in some food and cosmetic formulations, although only under strict regulatory limits and typically not in its industrial-grade form.
The "99" in the name typically refers to its purity level of 99% or higher, indicating it is a highly refined form of BHT suited for sensitive or critical applications.
IONOL 99 is highly effective antioxidants for multigrade Iubricants, automatic transmission fluids, differential fluids and turbine oils.
IONOL 99 antioxidants have shown to increase the useful life of many industrial oils, reducing equipment downtime.
Applications include hydraulic fluids, transformer oils, spinning oils and metal rolling and cutting fluids.
IONOL 99 antioxidants are excellent stabilizers for all grades of kerosene based Jet A1 fuel for civil and military use.
The concentration needed to protect and stabilize aviation fuels is also defined by these international specifications.
IONOL 99 is a highly pure form of butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT), a phenolic antioxidant that plays a crucial role in protecting materials from oxidative degradation.
It appears as a white to slightly yellow crystalline powder, is lipophilic (fat-soluble), and has low volatility, which makes it especially suitable for use in long-term stabilization of organic substances.
The “99” signifies a purity of 99% or higher, making this grade appropriate for applications that require minimal impurities and consistent performance.
In the polymer and plastic industry, IONOL 99 is used to extend the durability of materials such as polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) by preventing oxidation that leads to brittleness, cracking, discoloration, and loss of flexibility.
Its use ensures that products maintain their mechanical and aesthetic properties during manufacturing, transportation, and prolonged use.
In the petroleum and lubricant industries, IONOL 99 functions as a stabilizer in gasoline, diesel, hydraulic fluids, and synthetic oils, where it slows down the formation of gums, resins, and varnish-like substances caused by the oxidation of hydrocarbons.
This helps improve engine performance, fuel storage life, and lubricant reliability, particularly under high-temperature or oxidative conditions.
Boiling point: 127 °C 15 mm Hg (lit.)
Density: 0.918 g/mL at 20 °C (lit.)
FEMA: 3624 | ALPHA-IONOL
Refractive index: n20/D 1.491
Flash point: 93.4 °C
Storage temp.: Refrigerator, under inert atmosphere
Solubility: Chloroform (Sparingly), Methanol (Slightly)
Form: Oil
pKa: 14.40 ± 0.20 (Predicted)
Color: Colourless
Odor: at 100.00 %. ionone tropical sweet floral violet woody
Odor Type: floral
JECFA Number: 391
BRN: 2327829
LogP: 4.31
IONOL 99 is used in the following products: washing & cleaning products, lubricants and greases, plant protection products, adhesives and sealants, polishes and waxes, coating products and fertilisers.
Other release to the environment of IONOL 99 is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners), outdoor use, indoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. cooling liquids in refrigerators, oil-based electric heaters) and outdoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. hydraulic liquids in automotive suspension, lubricants in motor oil and break uids).
IONOL 99 is used in the following products: washing & cleaning products, polishes and waxes and plant protection products.
IONOL 99 is used in the following areas: printing and recorded media reproduction and building & construction work.
IONOL 99 is used for the manufacture of: textile, leather or fur, furniture and machinery and vehicles.
Other release to the environment of IONOL 99 is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners), outdoor use and indoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. cooling liquids in refrigerators, oil-based electric heaters).
IONOL 99 is also employed in the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries, though in these sectors, only food-grade or cosmetic-grade BHT (meeting regulatory standards) is allowed.
In these contexts, it acts to prevent rancidity in fats and oils, preserve fragrance stability, and extend shelf life of lipid-based formulations. However, IONOL 99, due to its industrial purity, is more commonly reserved for non-food applications.
From a chemical standpoint, IONOL 99 works by donating a hydrogen atom from its hydroxyl group to unstable peroxyl radicals, thus terminating the chain reaction of lipid peroxidation or polymer degradation.
This radical-scavenging mechanism is what makes it such a powerful and effective antioxidant.
IONOL 99 is valued for its high efficacy, broad compatibility, chemical stability, and cost-effectiveness, making it a standard choice in multiple industries where long-term oxidative stability is critical.
Uses:
IONOL 99 is an intermediate in synthesizing Tabanone (T003450), found in oils of Trifolium pratense L. and is a potential natural antioxidant.
IONOL 99 is used in the following products: washing & cleaning products, metal surface treatment products, textile treatment products and dyes, polymers, pH regulators and water treatment products, leather treatment products and lubricants and greases.
IONOL 99 is used in the following areas: printing and recorded media reproduction and formulation of mixtures and/or re-packaging.
IONOL 99 is used for the manufacture of: plastic products, rubber products, pulp, paper and paper products and textile, leather or fur.
Release to the environment of IONOL 99 can occur from industrial use: in processing aids at industrial sites, in the production of articles, as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates) and as processing aid.
IONOL 99 is commonly added to plastics and synthetic polymers such as polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, and PVC to prevent oxidative degradation during processing, storage, and end use.
By inhibiting free radical reactions, it helps maintain the mechanical strength, elasticity, transparency, and color stability of plastic products over time, especially when they are exposed to heat, oxygen, or ultraviolet light.
In the production of synthetic rubber, tires, and rubber-based components, IONOL 99 helps preserve the integrity of the material by preventing cracking, brittleness, and surface degradation caused by oxidation.
This is particularly important in automotive and industrial rubber products that are subject to stress and environmental exposure.
IONOL 99 is used as an antioxidant in fuels, motor oils, turbine oils, and other lubricating oils to extend their shelf life and performance under high-temperature or oxidative conditions.
IONOL 99 prevents the formation of gums, sludge, varnish, and acidic byproducts, which can damage engines, pumps, and hydraulic systems over time.
In transformer oils, compressor oils, and industrial greases, IONOL 99 slows down the oxidation of hydrocarbons, ensuring that these products maintain their viscosity, lubricating ability, and dielectric strength over extended periods of use.
This antioxidant is also used in paints, varnishes, adhesives, and sealants to prevent the premature aging of these materials.
By stabilizing the resin components, IONOL 99 helps maintain the adhesive strength, color, and flexibility of coatings and sealants, even in harsh environments.
In cosmetic products like lipsticks, creams, lotions, and perfumes, BHT (not necessarily IONOL 99 unless approved for such use) helps stabilize oils, fragrances, and pigments.
IONOL 99 prevents rancidity and discoloration, keeping products fresh and effective for longer periods.
While IONOL 99 itself is primarily industrial-grade, food-grade BHT is used in food packaging materials, edible oils, snacks, cereals, and processed foods to prevent fat oxidation and spoilage.
IONOL 99 extends the shelf life of products by maintaining their flavor, color, and nutritional quality.
In the pharmaceutical field, BHT (in purified form) may be used to protect active ingredients in tablets, capsules, and supplements from oxidation, thereby maintaining the potency and shelf life of the medication.
Safety Profile:
Prolonged or repeated contact with IONOL 99 may cause mild to moderate irritation to the skin and eyes, especially in sensitive individuals or when protective equipment is not used.
While it is not classified as a strong irritant, handling it in powder form or in concentrated solutions can lead to dryness, redness, or itching of the skin, and stinging or watering of the eyes upon direct contact.
Although IONOL 99 has low volatility, if it is present in the form of fine powder or dust, inhalation can occur during manufacturing or packaging processes.
Breathing in airborne particles may cause respiratory irritation, coughing, throat discomfort, or shortness of breath, especially in poorly ventilated areas.
Chronic inhalation exposure to BHT dust should be avoided, as the long-term respiratory effects are not well studied.
Accidental or intentional ingestion of IONOL 99 in large amounts can lead to gastrointestinal discomfort, including nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and in severe cases, potential effects on the liver and kidneys.
While small quantities of BHT are approved for use in food, the industrial-grade purity of IONOL 99 is not intended for ingestion and should be treated as potentially toxic.
