Product Name Tert-Butylhydroquinone

Identification
Synonyms TBHQ; 2-tert-Butylhydroquinone; 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,4-benzenediol; Butylhydroquinone
Molecular Formula C10H14O2
Molecular Weight 166.22
CAS Number 1948-33-0
EINECS/CLINCS 217-752-2
Properties
Appearance White to light tan crystalline powder
Melting Point 126.5-128.5�°C
Solubility Almost insoluble in water, and Soluble in alcohol, acetone & ethyl acetate
Stability Stable under ordinary conditions

Application

Used as antioxidant to preserve various oils, fats and food items by retarding their oxidative deteriation. It is used in formulating vanish, lacquar, resin and oil field additives. It is used as a fixative in perfumary to reduce the vaporation rate and improve stability. It is also used as a stabilizer to inhibit the auto-polymerization of organic peroxides.

Packing and Storage
Packing In kraft paper bag, carton or cardboard drum.
Storage Keep tightly closed.

Safety Information
Non-hazardous for air, sea and road freight.