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Tenox™ TBHQ Food Grade Kosher

Tenox™ TBHQ is a 100% food-grade tertiary-butylhydroquinone powder that provides high efficacy in vegetable oils and edible animal fats

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Product Overview

Tenox™ BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) and solutions exhibit excellent solubility in fats and oils and maintain effectiveness in food applications. BHA is a versatile antioxidant that enhances oxidative stability in various oils, fats, foods, and cosmetics, thereby preventing rancidity and extending product shelf life.

Specifications

  • Physical state: Solid
  • Typical color: White to light tan
  • Melting point: 126.5-128.5°C
  • Odor: Very slight

Features & Benefits

Features:
  • TBHQ is the most effective Tenox antioxidant for highly unsaturated vegetable oils and many edible animal fats
  • Food grade and Kosher certified
  • Can be combined with other antioxidants for enhanced effectiveness
  • Can be used with Tenox BHA and/or BHT in meat and poultry products for maximum protection
Benefits:
  • Provides effective carry-through from frying oils
  • Stable at high temperatures
  • Safe at effective concentrations
  • Excellent stability to finished foods
  • Effective in low concentrations
  • Does not affect odor or taste of end product
  • No discoloration when used in the presence of iron
  • Can be used independently or combined with other antioxidants to impart stability to fats and oils

Applications


Food Applications:
  • Baking fats
  • Marine oils
  • Seafood products
  • Cooking oils
  • Shortenings
  • Seeds
  • Meat fats
  • Plant-based oils
Personal Care Applications:
  • Antiperspirants
  • Moisturizers
  • Sun care
  • Hand care
  • Facial moisturizers
  • Cuticle care
  • Hair dyes
  • Hair conditioners
  • Styling products
  • Makeup
  • Shower gels
  • Bubble baths
  • Perfumes

Problems Solved

  • Rancidity and Spoilage: TBHQ prevents oxidation and spoilage in fats, oils, and food products, extending shelf life.
  • Flavor and Aroma Loss: TBHQ protects against flavor and aroma loss in food products, maintaining freshness.
  • Color Degradation: TBHQ prevents discoloration in food products, maintaining their natural color.
  • Oxidative Instability: TBHQ stabilizes highly unsaturated vegetable oils and animal fats, preventing oxidative instability.
  • Food Safety Concerns: TBHQ ensures food safety by preventing the growth of harmful microorganisms.
  • Regulatory Compliance: TBHQ helps meet regulatory requirements for food safety and quality.
  • Product Quality Issues: TBHQ resolves product quality issues related to oxidation, spoilage, and stability.