Triethyl Citrate (CAS 77-93-0): Comprehensive Technical Guide
Table of Contents
1. Product Specifications & Comparative Analysis
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | C12H20O7 |
| Molecular Weight | 276.28 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid |
| Boiling Point | 294°C |
| Flash Point | 155°C (311°F) |
| Solubility in Water | 6.5 g/100 mL (25°C) |
Grade Comparison
| Supplier | Purity | Packaging |
|---|---|---|
| Aladdin Biochemical | ≥98% | 50ml-5L options |
| Shanghai Yuanye Bio | ≥99% | 25g-500g options |
| Shandong Xinheng | 99% | 25kg/drum |
2. Industrial Applications
2.1 Polymer Engineering
- Primary plasticizer for PVC (replaces phthalates)
- Compatibilizer for cellulose acetate films
- Enhances flexibility in medical-grade tubing
2.2 Food Technology
- Antioxidant in edible oils (≤0.02% w/w)
- Flavor enhancer in beverages (FEMA 3083)
- Leavening agent in baked goods
2.3 Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
- Enteric coating agent for tablets
- Plasticizer in transdermal patches
- Excipient in controlled-release formulations
3. Implementation Case Studies
3.1 Food Packaging Materials
Replaced DOP in PVC cling films (30% loading), achieving FDA 21 CFR 181.27 compliance while maintaining 85% elongation at break.
3.2 Pediatric Drug Delivery
Enabled sustained-release chewable tablets with 12-hour API release profile (USP <724> compliant).
4. Verified Client Applications
4.1 Cosmetic Manufacturing
Client: Leading European nail polish producer
Application: Solvent-plasticizer hybrid in 15+ product lines
Result: 40% reduction in VOC emissions
4.2 Industrial Coatings
Client: Asian automotive coating specialist
Application: Coalescing agent in water-based paints
Result: Achieved 90% film formation at 5°C
5. Technical Consultation
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