A bittering agent matters most where a harmful liquid could be mistaken for something safe, or reached by a child.
- Agrochemicals and pesticides. Formulators and dealers serving farm users add it so a splash or a sip is rejected at once, which protects children, pets and livestock.
- Cleaners and detergents. Floor cleaners, toilet cleaners and similar liquids sit in homes and shops where children can reach them.
- Antifreeze and automotive fluids. These taste sweet and are dangerous if swallowed.
- Paints, varnishes and thinners.
- Denatured spirit and industrial alcohol. A bitter taste helps make the spirit unfit to drink. Bihar has had a liquor prohibition law since 2016, so anyone working with spirit or ethanol must follow the state’s rules.
- Pet repellents and anti-nail-biting products, where bitterness is the whole point.
If you make or sell any of these in Bihar, a bittering agent is a small cost for a large safety gain.
What Is Denatonium Benzoate?
Denatonium benzoate is a white, odourless, crystalline powder that dissolves in water and alcohol. It is sold under trade names such as Bitrex, but the chemical is the same. People can taste it at a tiny fraction of a part per million, and it is widely regarded as the most bitter substance known.
It does one job: it tastes terrible. It does not change how a product works, how it looks or how it smells.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Chemical name | Denatonium benzoate |
| CAS number | 3734-33-6 |
| Form | White crystalline powder |
| Solubility | Dissolves in water and alcohol |
| Packing | 5, 10, 25, 50 and 100 kg |
| Origin | Made in India |
| Documents | MSDS and batch details with every shipment; COA on request |
You can read more on PubChem and Wikipedia.
Denatonium Benzoate Manufacturer/Distributor in Bihar: Which Pack Fits Your Business?
| If you are... | A pack that usually fits | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Testing it for the first time | 5 kg | Enough for many trial batches |
| A small formulator or blender | 10 or 25 kg | Covers regular small production |
| A cleaner, pesticide or paint maker with steady output | 50 kg | Fewer reorders |
| A larger plant or a distributor | 100 kg | Best for steady, high-volume use |
Share your product, expected monthly volume and delivery town, and we confirm the dispatch plan and delivery time with your quote. Buyers in Patna, Hajipur, Muzaffarpur, Begusarai, Gaya, Bhagalpur and other Bihar towns can place orders.
Work Out Your Own Dose in One Line
You don’t need a calculator app. For a water-like liquid:
Grams of denatonium benzoate = litres of product × ppm ÷ 1,000
Example: a batch of 5,000 litres at 20 ppm needs 5,000 × 20 ÷ 1,000 = 100 grams.
That means a 5 kg pack could cover many such batches. This is arithmetic, not a dose recommendation. The right ppm depends on your product, how bitter it must be and any rules that apply. Send us your formula and we will suggest a starting range for your trial.
How to Choose a Bittering Agent Supplier: Seven Checks
Whoever you buy from, check these:
- Clear identity. The pack shows the product name and CAS number (3734-33-6).
- Paperwork. MSDS and batch details come with the shipment, and a COA is available when you ask.
- Pack sizes that suit you. A supplier who offers trial and production packs saves you changing source.
- Lot consistency. Ask how the supplier checks purity and appearance before dispatch.
- Dosing help. A good supplier asks what you are making.
- Honesty about alternatives. If denatonium saccharide or another option suits you better, they should say so.
- Reachability. Someone should answer the phone after the first order.
We aim to meet all seven. You can reach us through our Contact page.
Manufacturer or Distributor: What Should You Ask?
A manufacturer makes the product, while a distributor supplies it from others. For your purchase, the checks above matter more than the label. Whoever you buy from, ask for the MSDS and batch details, and ask for a COA before a bulk order. If you want to know how we supply a specific order, ask us when you enquire. As a denatonium benzoate manufacturer/distributor in Bihar buyers can reach directly, we are happy to answer that.
Rules to Check Before You Buy
| Area | What to check |
|---|---|
| Spirit and ethanol use | Follow the Bihar prohibition and excise rules. Check with the Bihar Prohibition, Excise and Registration Department |
| Consumer products | Bittering requirements may apply to some products, so check the rules for yours |
| Waste and environment | Contact the Bihar State Pollution Control Board |
| Paperwork | Keep the MSDS with the pack |
We can’t give legal advice, and the rules for your product depend on what you make. Please confirm the current requirements with your compliance adviser or the relevant authority.
How to Run a Simple Trial
- Start small. A 5 kg pack covers many tests.
- Pre-dissolve. Mix the powder in a little water or alcohol first, then add it to your batch.
- Add gradually. Increase until the taste deters but the product is still acceptable.
- Record everything: dose, temperature and result.
- Check again after some days for clarity, colour and stability.
If your product is sensitive, also test denatonium saccharide in Bihar. It uses the same bitter part with a different partner molecule, which can behave differently in some formulas.
Related Chemicals for Bihar Buyers
Spirit and chemical users often pair a bittering agent with a denaturant, so see crotonaldehyde in Bihar. For solvents, see ethyl acetate in Bihar. Read our guide on denaturants for alcohol and the denatonium benzoate product page, or browse our full product range.
Handling and Storage
At the doses used in products, denatonium benzoate is accepted as a safe bittering agent. Handle the pure powder with normal care.
- Avoid creating or breathing dust.
- Wear gloves and eye protection, and wash your hands after use.
- Keep it in its sealed container, in a cool, dry place away from moisture.
- Label containers clearly and keep the MSDS nearby.
Denatonium Benzoate Manufacturer/Distributor in Bihar: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is a reliable denatonium benzoate manufacturer/distributor in Bihar?
Look for a supplier with clear pack sizes, proper paperwork and honest advice. Shivam Industries supplies denatonium benzoate in 5 to 100 kg packs to buyers across Bihar, with MSDS and batch details with every shipment.
What is denatonium benzoate used for?
As a bittering agent in agrochemicals, cleaners, antifreeze, paints, denatured spirit and pet repellents, so people and animals do not swallow harmful products by accident.
What is the CAS number of denatonium benzoate?
3734-33-6.
How much should I add to my product?
Usually a few ppm to a few dozen ppm, depending on the product and the rules. For a water-like liquid, grams needed = litres × ppm ÷ 1,000. So 5,000 litres at 20 ppm needs about 100 grams.
Is denatonium benzoate safe?
At the low concentrations used in products, it is considered safe. It is made to taste bad, not to harm. Handle the pure powder with normal care.
Is it the same as Bitrex?
Bitrex is a trade name for denatonium benzoate. The chemical is the same.
What pack sizes are available?
5, 10, 25, 50 and 100 kg.
What is the difference between denatonium benzoate and denatonium saccharide?
Both use the same bitter ion with different partner molecules, which can change how each behaves in some formulas. A small trial in your own product is the best way to choose.
Are there special rules in Bihar?
Bihar has a liquor prohibition law, so use with spirit and ethanol must follow state rules. Confirm current requirements with the authorities.
What documents come with an order?
MSDS and batch details with every shipment. A COA is available on request.
How long does delivery to Bihar take?
It depends on your town. We confirm the delivery time with your quote.
What is the minimum order quantity, and can I get a sample?
5 kg packs are available for trials. We confirm the minimum order and sample options with your quote.
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