| » Tert-Butyl Hydroquinone (TBHQ) FCC Grade (Antioxidant) |
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| Molecular Formula : C10H14O2 |
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Specifications |
| DESCRIPTION |
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A white crystalline powder having a characteristic odour. It is soluble in alcohol and practically insoluble in water. |
| IDENTIFICATION |
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Positive |
| ARSENIC (as As) |
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Max. 3 PPM |
| Tert-BUTYL-p-BENZOQUINONE(IR) |
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Max. 0.2% |
| 2,5-Di-tert-BUTYL HYDROQUINONE (GC) |
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Max. 0.2% |
| HEAVY METALS (as Pb) |
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Max. 2 PPM |
| HYDROQUINONE CONTENT (GC) |
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Max. 0.1% |
| MELTING RANGE |
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Between 126.5 & 128.5°C |
| TOLUENE (GC) |
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Max. 0.0025% |
| ULTRAVIOLET ABSORBANCE (POLYNUCLEAR HYDROCARBON) |
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Passes the Test |
| ASSAY |
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Min. 99% of C10H14O2 |
| PACKAGING & STORAGE |
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Packed in polythene bag inside fiber drum, protected from light. Store in a dry place away from light. |
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TBHQ gives excellent antioxidant potency to edible oils and fats. |
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Minimizes nutritional losses in edible oils. |
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Maintains freshness and quality of crude oils during long distance transportation. |
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Broadens the range of oils in food processing. |
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Offers carry through protection to fried foods, thus enhancing their storage life and freshness. |
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Facilitates use of saturated oils, thus preventing excess levels of cholesterol in oils and fats. |
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Cotton Seed Oil |
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Olive Oil |
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Palm Kernel |
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Soya bean Oil |
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Sunflower Seed Oil |
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Rice Bran Oil |
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Mustard Oil |
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Palm Oil |
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Lemon Oil |
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Coconut Oil |
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Corn Oil |
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Orange Oil |
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Safflower Seed Oil |
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Animal Fats & Lards |
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Peppermint Oil |
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Canola Oil |
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Citrus and other essential oils |
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Cereals & Grains |
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Peanut Oil |
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Palm Olein |
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Fried Nuts |
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Tallow (Beef) Lard |
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Butter Fat (Anhydrous) |
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Peanut Paste (Butter) |
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Margarine |
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Mixed Nuts |
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Fried Potato Chips |
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Instant Noodles |
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Other Fried Foods |
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