Denatonium Saccharide

Denatonium saccharide is the bitterest substance known, used as a non-toxic aversive agent and bittering agent in a wide range of products to prevent accidental ingestion by children and pets. It is added to automotive fluids, cleaners, and some personal care products to deter consumption. The extremely bitter taste activates bitter taste receptors, making products unpalatable and acting as a safety measure.

Acts as an insect repellent. Denatonium saccharide is bitter at 1 to 10 ppm, at 30 to 100 ppm virtually any product becomes impossible to masticate. Denatonium Saccharide is also stable and inert. In addition, so little is needed that the properties of the product remain unchanged.