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title: Triethyl Citrate
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##### CAS Number

77-93-0















##### Grade

FCC















##### Packaging

Metal Drum







































Triethyl Citrate is an ester formed by the reaction of citric acid and ethanol. A non-toxic and biodegradable solvent.
**Chemical Formula:** C₁₂H₂₀O₇
**Appearance:** A colorless, odorless liquid.
**Uses:**
**Plastics and Polymer Industry:** It helps reduce brittleness, enhance mechanical properties, and optimize the performance of plastic products, films, and coatings.
**Cosmetics and Personal Care Industry:** Primarily used as a solvent, emollient, or plasticizer in creams, lotions, makeup, and skincare products to improve texture.
**Coating Agent:** It is used to coat tablets and capsules to improve stability, control release, and provide a smooth finish.
**Flavoring Agent:** It can also enhance or modify flavors in foods and beverages.
**Solvent:** Used in some flavoring extracts and essential oils.
**Food Industry**: Acts as a food additive or processing aid to improve texture, reduce foaming, and enhance the stability of emulsions, suspensions, and baked goods.







































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