Product overview
Oil-soluble antioxidant for permitted fats, oils and fat-containing food applications.
Final suitability depends on the formulation, process and destination-market rules.
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TBHQ
Oil-soluble antioxidant for permitted fats, oils and fat-containing food applications.
Food manufacturing use
TBHQ Applications
TBHQ is commonly evaluated for Edible oils and fats, Meat and poultry products, Beverages, Bakery and snacks, Nutrition and dry foods. Grade selection depends on the recipe, process conditions, destination market and any claims made for the finished product.
- Oxidation management
- Color and flavor protection
- Fat and oil stability
- Process-specific antioxidant support
Product information
Procurement Details
Main applications
- Edible oils and fats
- Meat and poultry products
- Beverages
- Bakery and snacks
- Nutrition and dry foods
Available grades or types
Food-grade options are confirmed against the application, current benchmark, required standard and actual manufacturing source. No universal grade is implied.
Key specification items
- Identity as tertiary butylhydroquinone
- Assay and melting-range methods
- Related substances and storage requirements
The signed specification and batch COA govern the order.
Test methods
Each reported value should be read with its applicable standard or agreed analytical method. Performance data are not comparable when sample preparation and methods differ.
Usage guidance
Recommended use depends on the formula, process, target effect and applicable regulation. Final dosage must be confirmed through application testing by the food manufacturer.
Packing options
Confirm net weight, food-contact inner liner, outer pack, pallet requirement and storage conditions in the quotation.
Shelf life & storage
Shelf life and storage conditions are confirmed from the documentation for the exact product and source offered. Keep unopened material in its specified storage environment and protect opened packs from contamination.
Available documents
- Product specification and representative COA
- Batch COA for shipment
- TDS and SDS where applicable
- Halal, Kosher, ISO or HACCP evidence only when available for the exact source
Market compliance
Authorization, use level and labeling must be verified for the finished-food category and destination market. International references do not create one worldwide permission.
Sample availability
Samples are subject to the selected grade, source, quantity and courier restrictions. Confirm the application and benchmark before sample dispatch.
MOQ & lead time
MOQ and lead time are quoted only after the exact grade, packing, quantity, manufacturing source and destination are confirmed.
Buyer guide
Buying TBHQ
Two quotations for TBHQ may cover different grades, test methods or packing. Compare the product identity, specification, analytical method and production source as well as the price. For repeat orders, use the approved specification and key COA parameters as the purchasing reference.
For a useful quotation, include the destination, quantity, application and target specification. We will quote an available grade against those requirements.
FAQ
TBHQ FAQs
What is TBHQ used for in food manufacturing?+
TBHQ is considered for Edible oils and fats, Meat and poultry products, Beverages, Bakery and snacks, Nutrition and dry foods. Its suitability and dosage depend on the formulation, process conditions and local food regulations.
What should buyers confirm before ordering TBHQ?+
Confirm the required food grade, specification or current COA, order quantity, packaging, destination country and any required Halal, Kosher or quality documents. The agreed specification and batch COA govern each order.
Can SunShare provide a TBHQ specification and sample?+
Yes. Send us the application and specification you need. We will check available grades, documents and sample options for the product offered.
Before ordering
Grade and Regulatory Review
Confirm antioxidant system, fat or oil type, food category and destination-market authorization.
If you already use this product, send the current specification or COA so we can compare like with like.
For current international references, consult the JECFA specifications database and the GSFA database. Permitted use is determined by the rules of the destination market.
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Discuss TBHQ
Include the application, quantity, grade, packing, destination and required documents.