W308307

Triethyl citrate

≥99%, FCC, FG

• Synonym(s): Ethyl citrate
• Linear Formula: HOC(COOC₂H₅)(CH₂COOC₂H₅)₂
• CAS Number: 77-93-0
• Molecular Weight: 276.28
• FEMA Number: 3083
• Beilstein/REAXYS Number: 1801199
• EC Number: 201-070-7
• Council of Europe no.: 11762
• MDL number: MFCD00009201
• UNSPSC Code: 12164502
• PubChem Substance ID: 24901458
• Flavis number: 9.512
• NACRES: NA.21

Properties

• biological source: synthetic
• Quality Level: 400
• grade: FG; Halal; Kosher
• agency: meets purity specifications of JECFA
• reg. compliance: EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 872/2012; FCC; FDA 21 CFR 117; FDA 21 CFR 175.300; FDA 21 CFR 175.320; FDA 21 CFR 181.27; FDA 21 CFR 184.1911
• vapor density: 9.7 (vs air)
• vapor pressure: 1 mmHg ( 107 °C)
• assay: ≥99%
• refractive index: n20/D 1.442 (lit.)
• bp: 235 °C/150 mmHg (lit.)
• density: 1.14 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
• application(s): flavors and fragrances
• documentation: see Safety & Documentation for available documents
• food allergen: no known allergens
• organoleptic: odorless
• SMILES string: CCOC(=O)CC(O)(CC(=O)OCC)C(=O)OCC
• InChI: 1S/C12H20O7/c1-4-17-9(13)7-12(16,11(15)19-6-3)8-10(14)18-5-2/h16H,4-8H2,1-3H3
• InChI key: DOOTYTYQINUNNV-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Description

General description

Triethyl citrate can be used as a plasticizer and sequestrant in the food industry.

Application

• Cosmetically Approved Short-Chain Alcohol/Triethyl Citrate/Water Surfactant-Free Microemulsions and Potential Application to Transdermal Penetration of α-Arbutin.: This study investigates the formulation of surfactant-free microemulsions using triethyl citrate, exploring its potential in enhancing the transdermal penetration of α-arbutin. The results suggest significant improvement in skin delivery, highlighting the cosmetic and pharmaceutical potential of triethyl citrate (Zhang et al., 2024).


• Understanding the Interaction of Thermal, Rheological, and Mechanical Parameters Critical for the Processability of Polyvinyl Alcohol-Based Systems during Hot Melt Extrusion.: This research delves into the role of triethyl citrate as a plasticizer in polyvinyl alcohol-based systems, essential for optimizing hot melt extrusion processes. The findings emphasize the importance of precise thermal and mechanical control in pharmaceutical applications (Hess et al., 2024).


• The effect of additives on the biodegradation of polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) in marine field trials.: Triethyl citrate is evaluated as an additive to improve the biodegradation of polyhydroxyalkanoates in marine environments. This study presents its efficacy in enhancing environmental sustainability through accelerated degradation (Read et al., 2024).


• In-situ forming PLGA implants: Towards less toxic solvents.: Investigating the use of triethyl citrate as a less toxic solvent alternative in PLGA implants, this paper demonstrates its potential in reducing toxicity while maintaining implant efficacy, beneficial for pharmaceutical applications (Ramos et al., 2024).


• Influence of Low-Molecular-Weight Esters on Melt Spinning and Structure of Poly(lactic acid) Fibers.: This article explores the impact of triethyl citrate on the properties of poly(lactic acid) fibers, highlighting its role in enhancing fiber structure and processability for industrial applications (Gzyra-Jagieła et al., 2024).

Safety Information

• Storage Class: 10 - Combustible liquids
• wgk_germany: WGK 1
• flash_point_f: 311.0 °F - closed cup
• flash_point_c: 155 °C - closed cup
• ppe: Eyeshields, Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US)