China Supplier Tert-Butylhydroquinone TBHQ

Tert-Butylhydroquinone(TBHQ) is an oil soluble antioxidant that can prevent or delay the oxidation and deterioration of fats in food. It can be used for edible oils, fried foods, dried fish products, biscuits, instant noodles, instant rice, canned dried fruits, pickled meat products, etc. The maximum dosage is 0.2g/kg. It is generally recommended to use 0.01-0.02% of the total amount of oil and fat. It does not produce any odor or strange smell when added to any oil or oily food. Good oil solubility, low toxicity, and minimal dosage.

Tert-Butylhydroquinone(TBHQ) is suitable for animal and plant fats and high-fat foods, especially for vegetable oils, and is the preferred antioxidant for salad oils, blended oils, and high cooking oils. It has the characteristics of high efficiency, antibacterial, and economy.

Advantages

• Efficient antioxidant properties

TBHQ can effectively inhibit the oxidation and rancidity of oils and fats by providing hydrogen atoms to bind with free radicals generated during the oxidation process, thereby extending the shelf life of food and maintaining its flavor and nutritional value.

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• Good stability

The tert butyl group in the molecular structure of TBHQ endows it with excellent thermal stability, which can maintain its activity under high temperature conditions and effectively prevent the oxidation and rancidity of fats and oils in food.

• High temperature resistance

TBHQ can withstand temperatures above 230 ℃. This makes it perform well in fried foods such as instant noodles and pastries, significantly extending the shelf life of these foods

• Has an inhibitory effect on microorganisms

TBHQ can effectively inhibit the growth of various bacteria and molds, such as Bacillus subtilis, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, etc. This makes it significantly effective in preventing food spoilage and extending shelf life.