Denatonium (benzoate) (Standard) is the analytical standard of Denatonium (benzoate), intended for research and analytical applications. It is known as the most bitter compound, commonly used as an aversion agent to prevent inappropriate ingestion in products like denatured alcohol, antifreeze, nail biting prevention, respirator mask fit testing, animal repellents, liquid soaps, and shampoos. The compound is an analytical standard used in qualitative, quantitative, and methodological research experiments in HPLC, GC, and MS.
- Appearance: Solid
- Color: White to off-white
- Molecular weight: 446.58
- Formula: C₂₈H₃₄N₂O₃