Denatonium Benzoate
Action/Use:
- Repellent
Use:
Aversion agent (denaturant), bitterant. Repels deer, rabbits, and birds.
Identification
Common Name(s): Denatonium Benzoate (USP/NF)
Chemistry
Formula: C28H34N2O3.
Properties: White odorless granules (99.5-100%). Melting point 163°-170°C. Solubility (gm/100 ml at 20°C): acetone 1.4, isopropanol 10.5, methanol 69, xylene 0.028. Molecular weight 446.6; pH 6.5-7.5.
Environmental Guidelines
Hazards: Fish: LC50 >1000 mg/l (rainbow trout), LC50 400 mg/l (shrimp)
Water Solubility: Tech: 4.50 gm/100 ml at 20°C
Safety Guidelines
Signal Word: CAUTION
Toxicity Class: III
Toxicity: (Rat): Oral LD50 approx. 612 mg/kg; Dermal LD50 >2000 mg/kg. (Rabbit) Skin, eye irritation none at 0.05% w/v
Handling/storage Cautions: Extremely bitter; avoid oral contact. Handle in fume hood or glove box to avoid taste. Avoid inhalation. Wash thoroughly after handling and launder clothing. Store in sealed tins in well sealed area
Spill Control/cleanup: Avoid inhalation. Flush spills with copious amounts of water. Wash area thoroughly with water, absorb with absorbent such as kitty litter, pick up and place in sealed drums
Protective Clothing: Chemical-resistant gloves. Protective eyewear. Approved respirator.
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