Product Description

ProductTriethyl Citrate
CAS77-93-0
FormulaC12H20O7
SynonymEthyl citrate, 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid, triethyl ester, TEC, Triethyl-2-hydroxypropan-1,2,3-tricarboxylate, 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 1,2,3-triethyl ester, Triethyl citrate

Typical Product Specifications

Density1.136 (25 c)
Odorodorless, bitter taste
Vapor Pressure1 mm hg (107 c)
Refractive Index1.4420
Molecular weight276.32
Colorcolorless mobile oily liquid
Flash Point(coc) 303 f
Solubilityoxygenated solvs.
Boiling Point294 c
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
Notes

Produced by the esterification of citric acid and ethanol. It is widely used in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food and beverage applications.

Use: MASKING, PERFUMING, PLASTICISER

ClassActive Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) & Intermediates, Solvents - Glycols - Alcohols, Food and Beverage Chemicals - Sweeteners - Acidulants - Emulsifiers, Personal Care - Cosmetic Ingredients, Specialty Citrates and Naturally Fermented Products
IndustryFood Chemicals, Cosmetic, Pharmaceutical, Personal Care, Solvents
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