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Triethyl citrate
Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.
Chemical identity
| English name | Triethyl citrate |
|---|---|
| English synonyms | TEC;Triethyl citrate;Ethyl citrate |
| Chinese name | 柠檬酸三乙酯 |
| Chinese synonyms | TEC;柠檬酸三乙酯 |
| Chemical category | Plasticizers |
| CAS No. | 77-93-0 |
| EINECS No. | 201-070-7 |
| Molecular formula | C12H20O7 |
| Molecular weight | 276.28 |
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Technical indicators
Ester content ≥99.0%; acidity (as citric acid) ≤0.02%; water ≤0.1%; color (Pt-Co) ≤20
Performance characteristics
Colorless liquid, water-soluble, non-toxic, pleasant taste
Application scenarios
Food additive (carrier solvent, sequestrant), pharmaceutical coating plasticizer, cosmetic