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Denatonium benzoate
The bitterest compound known | CAS: 3734-33-6 | C28H34N2O3
Brand: Thermo Scientific Alfa Aesar J61048.14
Quantity | 25 g |
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Description
The bitterest compound knownDenatonium benzoate is used as an alcohol denaturant and flavor in pharmaceuticals. It is also used in antifreeze, nail biting preventions, respirator mask fit-testing, animal repellents, liquid soaps and shampoos. Further, it is used in air care products. It acts as H1 antihistamine. In addition to this, it is used as a disinfectant.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
ApplicationsThe bitterest compound knownDenatonium benzoate is used as an alcohol denaturant and flavor in pharmaceuticals. It is also used in antifreeze, nail biting preventions, respirator mask fit-testing, animal repellents, liquid soaps and shampoos. Further, it is used in air care products. It acts as H1 antihistamine. In addition to this, it is used as a disinfectant.
Solubility
Soluble in isopropyl alcohol, methanol. Slightly soluble in acetone. Insoluble in ether.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Moisture sensitive.

Chemical Identifiers
3734-33-6 | |
C28H34N2O3 | |
unii-m5ba6gaf1o |
Specifications
3734-33-6 | |
25 g | |
164°C to 169°C | |
446.59 | |
White |
unii-m5ba6gaf1o | |
Soluble in isopropyl alcohol,methanol. Slightly soluble in acetone. Insoluble in ether. | |
C28H34N2O3 | |
Solid | |
Denatonium benzoate |
Safety and Handling
- Denatonium benzoate
Signal Word
- Warning
Hazard Category
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
Hazard Statement
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statement
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
- P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
Supplemental information
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Denatonium benzoate
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