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Mamta Polycoats Triethyl Citrate

CAS Number
77-93-0
EC Number
201-070-7
Chemical Name
Triethyl citrate

Mamta Polycoats Triethyl Citrate is a pure solvent, diluent, and fixative for long-lasting perfumes. It's an excellent active agent for deodorants (inhibits enzymatic decomposition of components of sweat). Contributes as a plasticizer to the performance of enteric-coated tablets.

Identification

CASE Ingredients Functions
Plasticizer

Product families

CASE Ingredients — Additives
  • Functional Additives
Base Chemicals & Intermediates — Solvents
  • Esters

Other characteristics

Synonyms
Triethyl 2-Hydroxypropane-1,2,3-Tricarboxylate
Functions
Plasticizer
Markets
  • Adhesives & Sealants
  • Paints & Coatings
  • Printing & Packaging
E Number
E 1505
PACKAGING
TEC is supplied in 225 kg drums and 1000 kg IBC.
Shelf LIfe

TEC can be stored for at least 2 years in original closed container in a cool and dry place.

FEMA Number
3083
Applications

Adhesives & Sealants — Other Adhesives & Sealants Applications; Paints & Coatings — Other Paints & Coatings Applications; Printing & Packaging — Other Printing & Packaging Applications

Technology
  • Base Chemicals & Intermediates
  • CASE Ingredients
Packaging Type
  • Drums
  • Totes (IBC)
HIGHLIGHTS

An excellent active agent for deodorants (inhibits enzymatic decomposition of components of sweat); Helps in the better dispersal of insoluble organic UV filters (used in modern-day sun creams); The preferred film-strengthening agent in high-grade hair sprays and nail polish; Contributes as a plasticiser to the performance of enteric-coated tablets

Applicable Processes
  • Leather Manufacturing
  • Textiles Manufacturing
Base Chemicals End Uses
Paints
Compatible Substrates and Surfaces
  • Metal
  • Paper
  • Plastics

Technical data

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CharacteristicValueUnit
Assay (GC)min 99.0%
Acidity (as Citric Acid )max 0.02%
Colour (APHA)max 80—
Water Content (w/w)max 0.25%
Specific Gravity at 25°C0.980 – 0.990—
Refractive Index at 25°C1.440 – 1.460—
Molecular Weight570.8—
Flash Point224°C
Pour Point-46°C
Viscosity (at 25°C)130mPa.s

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