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TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ)

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used industrially as a stabilizer to inhibit autopolymerization of organic peroxides.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used as an antioxidant in biodiesel.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) can also be widely used in essential oils, nuts, inedible animal fats, butterfat, packaged fried foods and food packaging materials such as glassine and paraffin wax.

CAS Number: 1948-33-0
EC Number: 217-752-2
MDL Number: MFCD00002344
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight: 166.22 g/mol

SYNONYMS:
2-tert-butylhydroquinone, 2-tertiary-butylhydroquinone, mono-tert-butylhydroquinone, monotertiary butyl hydroquinone, MTBHQ, TBHQ, tert-butylhydroquinone, 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,4-benzenediol, 2-t-Butyl-1,4-benzenediol, 2-t-Butylhydroquinone, 2-tert-Butyl(1,4)hydroquinone, 2-tert-Butyl-1,4-benzenediol, 2-Tertiary-butylhydroquinone, Mono-tert-butylhydroquinone, Mono-tertiarybutylhydroquinone, t-Butyl hydroquinone, t-Butylhydroquinone, tert-Butyl-1,4-benzenediol, tert-Butylhydroquinone, tertiary-Butylhydroquinone, HYDROQUINONE, TERT-BUTYL-, MONO-TERT-BUTYLHYDROQUINONE, MONO-TERTIARYBUTYLHYDROQUINONE, MTBHQ, SUSTANE, T-BUTYLHYDROQUINONE, Tertiary Butylhydroquinone FCC (TBHQ), 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,4-benzenediol, tert-Butylhydroquinone, 1948-33-0, TBHQ, 2-tert-Butylhydroquinone, T-BUTYLHYDROQUINONE, MTBHQ, 2-t-Butylhydroquinone, 2-tert-Butyl-1,4-benzenediol, Mono-tert-butylhydroquinone, Sustane, Mono-tertiarybutylhydroquinone, Tenox TBHQ, tert-Butyl-1,4-benzenediol, Banox 20BA, 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NCGC00013051-09, NCGC00013051-10, NCGC00090788-01, NCGC00090788-02, NCGC00090788-03, NCGC00090788-04, NCGC00254178-01, NCGC00259858-01, AC-10579, BS-15862, NCI60_004196, SMR001253806, SY001798, TERTIARY BUTYLHYDROQUINONE [MART.], HYDROQUINONE,TERTIARY BUTYL [VANDF], KSC-241-078-1, tert-Butylhydroquinone, analytical standard, DB-019879, HY-100489, B0833, NS00010294, ST50824898, 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,4-dihydroxybenzene, 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,4-benzenediol, 9CI, D70420, EN300-120878, F209429, Q662443, BRD-K36452089-001-01-8, BRD-K36452089-001-02-6, F0001-0696, Z1255402624, Butylhydroquinone, TBHQ, 2-tert-Butylhydroquinone, 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,4-benzenediol, banox 20BA, 1,4- benzenediol (1,1-dimethylethyl)-, 1,4- benzenediol, 2- (1, 1-dimethylethyl)-, 1,4- benzenediol, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-, 2-tert- butyl hydroquinone, t- butyl hydroquinone, tertiary- butyl hydroquinone good grade, 2-tert- butyl-1,4-benzenediol, tert- butyl-1,4-benzenediol, 2-tert- butyl-1,4-dihydroxybenzene, 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2-tert-Butylhydroquinone, E319, Hydroquinone, tert-butyl derivative

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a synthetic aromatic organic compound that belongs to the phenol family.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a derivative of hydroquinone and has the chemical formula C10H14O2.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a white crystalline powder that is highly effective as an antioxidant, even at low concentrations.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a synthetic phenolic antioxidant used as a preservative to extend the shelf life of processed foods, vegetable oils, and animal fats, often labeled as E319.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) works by inhibiting lipid oxidation, protecting products from rancidity, and is frequently found in fast food, snacks, and frozen processed foods.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) has been reported in Paeonia suffruticosa and Glycyrrhiza glabra with data available.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is found in fats and oils.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a synthetic antioxidant used extensively in the food industry.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ)'s primary role is to extend the shelf life of various food products by preventing oxidation, which can lead to rancidity and loss of nutritional value.

This guide delves into the applications of Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) in food additives, discussing its benefits, safety, regulatory status, and impact on food quality.
By the end of this comprehensive overview, readers will have a thorough understanding of Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) and its significance in food preservation.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a highly efficient antioxidant primarily used in the food industry to extend the shelf life of lipid-containing products.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is especially valued for its ability to remain stable at high temperatures, making it suitable for frying oils and processed foods exposed to heat.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a phenolic species of aromatic organic compound.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a derivative of hydroquinone with a tert-butyl group substitute.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is mainly used in food additives and PVC anti-caking agents.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a pale gray crystalline or white crystalline powder with a slightly unpleasant odor, soluble in ethanol, acetic acid, ethyl ester, isopropyl alcohol, ether, and vegetable oil.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is slightly soluble in lard and water.

Tertiary-Butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a synthetic phenolic antioxidant widely used to stabilize fats and oils by preventing oxidative deterioration.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is particularly effective in preserving unsaturated vegetable oils and animal fats, making it a common additive in processed foods and industrial formulations.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is known for its strong antioxidant performance, even at elevated temperatures, which distinguishes it from some other antioxidants.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a common antioxidant used in the food industry that helps keep processed foods, edible oils, and fats fresher longer by inhibiting oxidation.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a synthetic aromatic organic compound which is a type of phenol.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is commonly known as antioxidant that prevents fat oxidation.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is an antioxidant which is generally derived food products and in fats or oils.
Even this is also added to foods as an antioxidant, and Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is also produced in the body as the common metabolite of the two BHA isomers.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a food additive and a lipid-antioxidant.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is accessible in a white or whitish-colored crystalline fine powder.
Recently, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) has been found to provide antibacterial activity.
Tertiary-Butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) or E319, as it is called by the European Union is a synthetic antioxidant used in many product formulations in the food industry.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ), an aromatic compound with a phenolic structure, is white, crystalline powder and has a unique light odor.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) delays oxidation, especially in liquid oils with high unsaturated fatty acid content, prevents the product from becoming rancid and extends its shelf life.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ), which does not affect the color, smell and aroma of the food to which it is added, can be used in combination with other synthetic antioxidants.

Although studies have shown that Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) can cause some adverse health effects in high doses, international food safety organizations state that it does not pose a risk in terms of the amounts used in foods.
The maximum amount of Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) used in food formulations is limited on a product basis.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a lipid-antioxidant and food additive for processed foods.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a crystalline fine powder that is white or whitish in hue.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a synthetic antioxidant derived from hydroquinone, with a tertiary butyl group added to increase its stability and effectiveness.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a member of the class of hydroquinones in which one of the ring hydrogens of hydroquinone is replaced by a tert-butyl group.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a white to light tan crystalline powder or a fine beige powder.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is very slight aromatic odor.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is insoluble in water.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a white, crystalline solid having a characteristic odour.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is an antioxidant used to preserve oils, fats and food items.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is found in vegetable oils and animal fats, varnishes, lacquers, resins, oils field additives, and perfumes.
In low concentrations, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) shows cytoprotective qualities while at higher concentrations it exhibits cytotoxic behavior.
Environment friendly electrode materials for supercapacitors were attained by decorating the surface of graphene nanosheets with Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ).

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a food additive in the category of synthetic antioxidants, with the role of preventing fat rancidity.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is highly refined tertiary-butylhydroquinone.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) food-grade antioxidant was developed for use in stabilizing various oils, fats, foods, and cosmetics against oxidative deterioration, thus retarding development of rancidity in these products and extending shelf life.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is the most effective antioxidant for highly unsaturated vegetable oils and many edible animal fats.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) shows no discoloration when used in the presence of iron and produces no discernible odor or flavor when added to various oils, fats, and foods.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) has good solubility in food fats and oils and can be combined with other antioxidants such as Tenox™ BHA to produce highly effective antioxidant combinations.

USES and APPLICATIONS of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
In perfumery, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used as a fixative to lower the evaporation rate and improve stability.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used industrially as a stabilizer to inhibit autopolymerization of organic peroxides.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used as an antioxidant in biodiesel.

Polaroid uses Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) as a photographic developer in their black and white and Reclaimed Blue films.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a synthetic food grade antioxidant used for stabilising various oils, fats and foods against oxidative deterioration, thus retarding development of rancidity in these products and considerably increasing their shelf and storage life.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) has an exceptional stabilising effect in unsaturated fats, particularly in polyunsaturated vegetable oils and in edible animal fats.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) can also be widely used in essential oils, nuts, inedible animal fats, butterfat, packaged fried foods and food packaging materials such as glassine and paraffin wax.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is an additive to preserve processed foods.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) acts as an antioxidant.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) appears as white to light tan crystalline powder or a fine beige powder. Very slight aromatic odor.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a member of the class of hydroquinones in which one of the ring hydrogens of hydroquinone is replaced by a tert-butyl group.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) has a role as a food antioxidant.
On the basis of the data included in this report the CIR Expert Panel has concluded that Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) may be safely used as a cosmetic ingredient at concentrations not to exceed 0.1%.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is an antioxidant used in food, e.g. oils and fats.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) was used to study the inactivation of barotolerant strains of Listeria monocytogenes and Escherichia coli.
Environment friendly, electrode materials for supercapacitors were attained by decorating the surface of graphene nanosheets with Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ).
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is frequently used as a food preservative.

Inhibition of oxidative rancidity in frozen cooked fish flakes by tert-butylhydroquinone.
Nuclear factor E2-related factor 2-dependent antioxidant response element activation is by tert-butylhydroquinone occurring preferentially in Astrocytes conditions.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is an antioxidant that exhibits an excellent stabilizing effect in unsaturated fats and oils.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) has good solubility in fats and oils, with a maximum usage level of 0.02% based on the weight of the fat or oil or the fat content of the food product.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) shows no discoloration in the presence of iron and produces no discernible flavor or odor.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) can be combined with BHA and BHT.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used in edible fats and vegetable oils to retard rancidity.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used in potato chips and dry cereal.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is also termed butylhydroquinone and mono-tertiary-butylhydroquinone.

Uses of Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ): antioxidant in cosmetic products like lipsticks.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) was used to study the inactivation of barotolerant strains of Listeria monocytogenes and Escherichia coli.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a highly effective synthetic antioxidant used primarily to stabilize fats and oils in food and industrial applications.

Its strong resistance to heat and oxidative degradation makes Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) particularly suitable for frying oils and processed foods exposed to high temperatures.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) functions by interrupting free radical oxidation processes, thereby preventing rancidity and preserving flavor and nutritional quality.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is also used in cosmetics and industrial materials to enhance stability and longevity.

While Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) offers significant benefits in terms of product preservation and cost efficiency, its use is carefully regulated due to potential toxicological effects at high exposure levels, ensuring safe consumption within established limits.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is widely used in the food and industrial sectors.

In the food industry, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used as a preservative in vegetable oils, frying oils, margarine, processed foods, snack foods, and fast food products.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is particularly effective in stabilizing oils used for deep frying.
In cosmetics, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used to stabilize formulations containing oils and fats, preventing oxidation and extending shelf life.

In industrial applications, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used in resins, varnishes, lacquers, and petroleum products to prevent oxidative degradation.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a common antioxidant used in the food industry that helps keep processed foods, edible oils, and fats fresher longer by inhibiting oxidation.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a highly potent synthetic antioxidant widely used in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries to enhance product stability and extend shelf life.

Known for its superoxidation stability, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) protects oils, fats, and oil-containing products from spoilage, preserving their freshness, flavor, and nutritional quality.
In the food industry, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is commonly used in processed foods such as snacks, fried products, baked goods, and frozen products.
Its exceptional thermal stability makes Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) particularly suitable for high-temperature applications, ensuring stable performance even under demanding processing conditions.

Furthermore, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is often combined with other antioxidants to provide comprehensive protection against oxidation.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is commonly used in the food and feed industries to prevent oxidative rancidity in fats and oils, thereby extending shelf life and preserving product quality.
In animal feed formulations, including those for horses, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) may be added to stabilize fat-containing ingredients such as vegetable oils, fish oil, or fat-soluble vitamins.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ)'s primary function is to protect these components from degradation due to exposure to heat, light, or oxygen during processing and storage.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used in very small concentrations, typically measured in parts per million (ppm), and is regulated for safety in feed applications.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ), which stands for “tertiary-butyl hydroquinone”, is both used as a preservative and antioxidant in fats and oils to protect against oxidative deterioration or rancidity, and therefore extend storage stability.

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is fat-soluble and especially effective for unsaturated vegetable oils with the European food additive number E319.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used individually or in combination with other butylates or gallates (E 310 – 312), in different animal or plant fats, as well as pastry mixtures, snacks, instant soups and broths, sauces, processed fruits, prepared cereals, nutritional supplements, spices, meat products, dehydrated potatoes, flavors and powdered milk for vending machines.

- Food preservative uses of Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ):
In foods, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used as an antioxidant preservative for unsaturated vegetable oils and many edible animal fats.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) does not cause discoloration even in the presence of iron, and does not change flavor or odor of the material to which it is added.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) can be combined with other preservatives such as butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA).
As a food additive, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ)'s E number is E319.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is added to a wide range of foods. Its primary advantage is extending storage life.

-Additives: Use of Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ):
Preservation of Oils and Fats:
One of the primary applications of Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is in the preservation of oils and fats.
These components are prone to oxidation, leading to rancidity and off-flavors.

Vegetable Oils:
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used to extend their shelf life and maintain their nutritional quality.

Animal Fats:
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used to prevent spoilage and ensure the stability of products like lard and tallow.
Margarine and Shortening:
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used to enhance their oxidative stability and prolong their usability.

-Animal fats:
The shelf life of fish oil can be extended after the addition of Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ).
The antioxidant effect of 0.02% Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is almost equivalent to that of 0.1% Vitamin E.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is an ideal oil antioxidant not only with good oil solubility, but also does not affect the color of the fish oil.

BENEFITS AND APPLICATIONS of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a common antioxidant that helps to keep fat from oxidizing; otherwise, foods can lose flavour, change colour, and lose nutritional value.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) prevents foods containing iron from discolouration.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) adds a mild aroma to the meal, making it more appealing to the senses.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) extends the shelf life of goods, allowing us to eat more meals while minimising food waste.

HOW IT WORKS of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ)'s antioxidant qualities work to preserve fats and oils by removing their oxygen content.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) works by prolonging the shelf life of food and preventing food waste due to spoilage.

CONCENTRATION AND SOLUBILITY of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is recommended that it should be used at a concentration of 4%.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is soluble in water but is insoluble in oil.

WHAT ARE THE USES OF TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ)?
Fats and oils are important nutrients in our food.
However, under normal conditions, they’re easily oxidized and will gradually deteriorate due to unsaturated fatty acids in it during storage.

Food-grade Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a powerful synthetic phenolic antioxidant mainly used for preserving freshness by preventing unsaturated fatty acids in oils and fats from being oxidized & deteriorated.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is commonly used alone or with other phenolic antioxidants, such as butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT), and propyl gallate (PG) to produce highly effective antioxidant combinations.

Vegetable oils and animal fats in the following processed food may be preserved with Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ):
*Fried foods: chicken nuggets, potato chips, McDonald’s Mighty *Wings
*Nuts
*Candy
*Crackers
*Butter
*Chocolate
*Instant noodles, ramen noodles
*Microwave popcorn
*Vegetable oils

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is the best oil antioxidant, especially in vegetable oils, such as in peanut oil, blending oil of peanut and soybean.
The antioxidant effect is stronger than the commonly used antioxidant, BHA, BHT and PG in palm oil and walnut oil.
The antioxidative effect will be better if in combination with citric acid or ascorbic acid.

HOW IS TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ) MADE?
Commercial Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is produced by reacting hydroquinone with tert-butanol or isobutylene.

BENEFITS OF USING TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ) IN FOOD ADDITIVES
**Extended Shelf Life
One of the most significant benefits of Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is its ability to extend the shelf life of food products.
By preventing oxidation, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) helps maintain the quality, flavor, and nutritional content of foods, reducing waste and improving product longevity.

**Enhanced Food Safety
Oxidation can produce harmful compounds, such as peroxides and aldehydes, which can compromise food safety.
By inhibiting oxidation, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) helps prevent the formation of these potentially harmful substances, ensuring that food products remain safe for consumption.

**Preservation of Nutritional Value
Oxidation can degrade essential nutrients, such as vitamins and fatty acids.
By protecting these nutrients from oxidative damage, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) helps preserve the nutritional value of food products, contributing to better health outcomes for consumers.

**Improved Flavor and Texture
Oxidation can lead to off-flavors and undesirable changes in texture.
By preventing oxidative spoilage, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) helps maintain the sensory qualities of food products, ensuring that they remain appealing to consumers.

TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ)’S FUNCTION IN FOOD
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a common antioxidant that prevents fat oxidation.
Oxidation can cause the foods to lose flavor, change color and deplete their nutritional value.
Since oxidation can lead to fats turning rancid, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) can also help increase shelf life and reduce the amount of food waste from food spoilage.

You’ll often find Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) in foods like crackers, fats and oils, chips, donuts, some breads, popcorn, other snacks, pre-made frozen foods and packaged dinners.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classified Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) as Generally Recognized as Safe, or “GRAS,” and approved its use in foods in 1972.
This decision came as pre–made foods were becoming increasingly popular.

Today, many people rely on pre–made foods in some way over the course of their day, and food manufacturers use preservatives like Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) to keep foods from going bad as they are transported and stored in freezers, refrigerators, and on store and household shelves.
Stored fats and oils, along with foods that contain these ingredients, can become moldy, stale or simply unappetizing over time, and Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ)’s antioxidant properties help preserve those fats and oils by eliminating their oxygen content.

PROCESSED AND PACKAGED FOODS of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is widely used in various processed and packaged foods to enhance their shelf life and quality.
These include:
*Snack Foods:
Potato chips, corn chips, and other fried snacks benefit from the addition of Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ), which prevents rancidity and extends shelf life.

*Baked Goods:
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) helps maintain the freshness of products like cookies, crackers, and pastries by preventing fat oxidation.

*Frozen Foods:
Processed meats, ready-to-eat meals, and frozen desserts are stabilized with Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) to prevent spoilage and maintain flavor.

PRESERVATION OF NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is also used in the preservation of nutritional supplements, including vitamins and other dietary products.
These supplements often contain oils and fats that are susceptible to oxidation.
Adding Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) ensures that the active ingredients remain potent and effective throughout their shelf life.

Pet Foods
The pet food industry uses Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) to stabilize fats and oils in various formulations.
By preventing oxidation, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) helps maintain the palatability, nutritional value, and safety of pet foods, ensuring that they remain appealing and beneficial for pets.

UNDERSTANDING OXIDATION AND THE ROLE OF ANTIOXIDANTS of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
Oxidation is a chemical reaction that occurs when food is exposed to oxygen.
This process can degrade the quality of food, resulting in undesirable changes in flavor, color, texture, and nutritional content.
Fats and oils are particularly susceptible to oxidation, which can produce off-flavors and harmful compounds.

Antioxidants, such as Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ), are added to food to inhibit the oxidation process.
They work by neutralizing free radicals, which are unstable molecules that cause oxidative damage.
By doing so, antioxidants help maintain the freshness, safety, and nutritional integrity of food products.

HOW DOES TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ) WORK?
Fats and oil-rich foods often suffer from spoilage during processing, storage, and transportation.
Free radicals are generated from unsaturated fatty acids after oils & fats exposed to light, oxygen, metal ions and bacteria.
And following several reactions, unsaturated fatty acids convert to hydroxides and secondary oxidation products which can change the physical and chemical properties of oils and fats (e.g. color, flavor, smell and nutritional value), and finally shorten the shelf life and make the oils & fats or the foods deteriorate or even make foods become toxic.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) provides hydrogen free radicals which terminate the above free radical chain transfer reaction of unsaturated fatty acids.
This is the mechanism of how Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) works as an antioxidant.

KEY DETAILS ABOUT TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
Uses:
Beyond food, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used in cosmetics, perfumes, varnishes, and perfumes. It is often applied to oils to prevent discoloration.
Safety Status:
The FDA and European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) consider Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) safe to consume at authorized concentrations, which are generally low (often under 0.02% of fat content).
Source:
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a petroleum-derived antioxidant.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a synthetic aromatic organic compound which is a type of phenol.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a derivative of hydroquinone, substituted with a tert-butyl group.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a white to light tan crystalline powder with a slight aromatic or phenolic odor.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) has a melting point of approximately 126–129 °C.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is slightly soluble in water but highly soluble in organic solvents such as alcohols, fats, and oils.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) exhibits low volatility and good storage stability under dry and cool conditions.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is resistant to evaporation losses during heating, which contributes to its effectiveness in high-temperature applications such as frying.

CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a substituted hydroquinone, functioning as a chain-breaking antioxidant by donating hydrogen atoms to free radicals.
This interrupts lipid oxidation processes and prevents rancidity.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is chemically stable under moderate heat and acidic conditions but may degrade under strong alkaline conditions or prolonged exposure to oxygen and light.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) does not significantly hydrolyze under normal food processing conditions.
Its antioxidant activity is particularly effective in unsaturated oils, where Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) inhibits peroxidation reactions.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) can act synergistically with other antioxidants such as citric acid or BHA/BHT.

CHARACTERISTICS of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is characterized by:
*Strong antioxidant effectiveness in fats and oils
*High thermal stability compared to many antioxidants
*Lipid solubility and compatibility with oil systems
*Effectiveness at low concentrations
*Resistance to volatilization during heating
*Ability to protect against oxidative rancidity

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a crystalline phenolic compound that exhibits strong antioxidant activity, particularly in lipid-rich systems.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) has a melting point around 126–129 °C and shows low solubility in water but high solubility in organic solvents and oils.
Chemically, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is a substituted hydroquinone capable of donating hydrogen atoms to neutralize free radicals, thereby preventing oxidation.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is relatively stable under heat and acidic conditions, making it suitable for high-temperature applications such as frying oils.
However, Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) may degrade under alkaline conditions or prolonged exposure to air and light.

BENEFITS of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) provides several functional advantages:
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) extends shelf life of fat-containing products
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) prevents rancidity and off-flavors

Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) maintains nutritional quality of oils
Highly effective in high-temperature applications
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) works efficiently at low concentrations
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) improves product stability during storage and processing

WHERE IS TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ) FOUND?
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is used in fats, including vegetable oils and animal fats.
Many processed foods contain some fats, so Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ)’s found in a wide range of products — for example, snack crackers, noodles, and fast and frozen foods.
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ)’s allowed to be used in the highest concentrations in frozen fish products.
But food isn’t the only place you’ll find Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ).
Tertiary-butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) is also included in paints, varnishes, and skin care products.

PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
Chemical formula: C10H14O2
Molar mass: 166.220 g·mol−1
Density: 1.050 g/mL
Melting point: 127 to 129 °C (261 to 264 °F; 400 to 402 K)
Acidity (pKa): 10.80±0.18
Appearance Form: powder

Colour: white
Odour: characteristic
Odour Threshold: No data available
pH: 4,56 at 25 °C
Melting point/freezing point Melting point/range: 127 - 129 °C - lit.
Initial boiling point and boiling range: 295 °C
Flash point: 91 °C - closed cup
Evaporation rate: No data available

Flammability (solid, gas): The product is not flammable.
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: No data available
Vapour pressure: No data available
Vapour density: No data available
Relative density: 0,78 g/cm3 at 20 °C
Water solubility: 2.887,35 g/l at 25 °C - OECD Test Guideline 105 - soluble
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water log Pow: 1,52 at 25 °C

Chemical formula: C10H14O2
Molar mass: 166.220 g·mol−1
Appearance: Tan powder
Density: 1.050 g/mL
Melting point: 127 to 129 °C (261 to 264 °F; 400 to 402 K)
Boiling point: 273 °C (523 °F; 546 K)
Solubility in water: Slightly soluble
Acidity (pKa): 10.80±0.18

Molecular Weight: 166.22 g/mol
XLogP3: 2.8
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2
Rotatable Bond Count: 1
Exact Mass: 166.099379685 Da
Monoisotopic Mass: 166.099379685 Da

Topological Polar Surface Area: 40.5 Å²
Heavy Atom Count: 12
Formal Charge: 0
Complexity: 148
Isotope Atom Count: 0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0

Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
Compound Is Canonicalized: Yes
Other: 123477-69-0
ECHA EINECS - REACH Pre-Reg: 217-752-2
FDA UNII: C12674942B
Nikkaji Web: J2.135K
Beilstein Number: 0637923

MDL: MFCD00002344
XlogP3: 2.80 (est)
Molecular Weight: 166.21998000
Formula: C10 H14 O2
Appearance: white to light tan crystalline powder (est)
Assay: 99.00 to 100.00
Food Chemicals Codex Listed: No
Boiling Point: 291.35 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg (est)

Vapor Pressure: 0.001000 mmHg @ 25.00 °C. (est)
Flash Point: 282.00 °F. TCC ( 138.70 °C. ) (est)
logP (o/w): 2.257 (est)
Soluble in:
alcohol
water, 748.2 mg/L @ 25 °C (est)
Insoluble in: water
Molecular Formula: C10H14O2
Molecular Weight: 166.22

MDL Number: MFCD00002344
MOL File: 1948-33-0.mol
Melting point: 127-129 °C(lit.)
Boiling point: 295 °C
Density: 295
vapor pressure: 0.004Pa at 25℃
refractive index: 1.4859 (estimate)
Flash point: 171 °C

storage temp.: Store below +30°C.
solubility: DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
pka: 10.80±0.18(Predicted)
form: Crystalline Powder
color: White to light tan, may contain black specs
Water Solubility: Slightly soluble in water(10g/L).
BRN: 637923

Stability: Stable. Incompatible with strong bases, strong oxidizing agents.
Cosmetics Ingredients Functions: FRAGRANCE
PERFUMING
ANTIOXIDANT
InChI: 1S/C10H14O2/c1-10(2,3)8-6-7(11)4-5-9(8)12/h4-6,11-12H,1-3H3
InChIKey: BGNXCDMCOKJUMV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES: CC(C)(C)c1cc(O)ccc1O
LogP: 1.521 at 25℃

FDA 21 CFR: 172.185
Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS): TERT-BUTYLHYDROQUINONE
CAS DataBase Reference: 1948-33-0
FDA UNII: C12674942B
NIST Chemistry Reference: 1,4-Benzenediol, 2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-
EPA Substance Registry System: tert-Butylhydroquinone
UNSPSC Code: 12352104

NACRES: NA.24
Linear Formula: (CH3)3CC6H3-1,4-(OH)2
CAS Number: 1948-33-0
Molecular Weight: 166.22
UNSPSC Code: 12191503
NACRES: NA.24

PubChem Substance ID: 329748394
EC Number: 217-752-2
Beilstein/REAXYS Number: 637923
MDL number: MFCD00002344
Physical state: solid
Form: powder
Color: off-white
Odor: characteristic

Melting point/ range: 104 - 107,3 °C (972,2 hPa)
Method: OECD Test Guideline 102
Boiling point/boiling range: 295 °C
Flammability: No data available
Upper explosion limit / Upper flammability limit: No data available
Lower explosion limit / Lower flammability limit: No data available

Flash point: 91 °C(960 hPa)
Method: closed cup
Autoignition temperature: 457 °C
Decomposition temperature: No data available
pH: 4,56 (25 °C)
Viscosity, dynamic: No data available
Viscosity, kinematic: No data available

Flow time: No data available
Solubility(ies)
Water solubility: 2.887,35 g/l (25 °C)
Method: OECD Test Guideline 105
soluble
Solubility in other solvents: 3.000 g/l(30 °C)
Solvent: Methanol

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: log Pow: 1,52 (25 °C)
Method: OECD Test Guideline 117
Bioaccumulation is not expected.
Vapor pressure: No data available
Relative density: No data available
Density: 0,78 g/cm3 (20 °C)
Method: OECD Test Guideline 109
Relative vapour density: No data available

Explosives: Not classified as explosive.
Oxidizing properties: none
Burning rate: No data available
Evaporation rate: No data available
Molecular weight: 166,22 g/mol
Appearance: White or tan powder with a light characteristic odour.
Other names: Tert-butylhydroquinone, tert-butyl-1,4-benzenediol

CAS number: 1948-33-0
Chemical formula: C10H14O2
Molecular weight: 166.220
Stability: With high thermal stability, no discoloration in the presence of metal ions
Solubility: practically insoluble in water, easy to dissolve in oils & fats and organic solvents
CAS Number: 1948-33-0
EC Number: 217-752-2
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight: 166.22 g/mol

FIRST AID MEASURES of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
-General advice:
Consult a physician.
-If inhaled:
If breathed in, move person into fresh air.
Consult a physician.
-In case of skin contact:
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
Consult a physician.
-In case of eye contact:
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
-If swallowed:
Rinse mouth with water.
Consult a physician.

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
-Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:
Use personal protective equipment.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
-Environmental precautions:
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Sweep up and shovel.
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
-Extinguishing media:
Suitable extinguishing media:
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
-Control parameters:
*Components with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
*Appropriate engineering controls:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
-Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use face shield and safety glasses
*Skin protection:
Handle with gloves.
Wash and dry hands.
*Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.

HANDLING and STORAGE of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Store in cool place.

STABILITY and REACTIVITY of TERTIARY-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (TBHQ):
-Reactivity:
No data available
-Chemical stability:
Stable under recommended storage conditions.