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Acetyltriethyl citrate
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Acetyltriethyl citrate is a plasticizer primarily used in the pharmaceutical, food packaging, and polymer industries to improve flexibility, workability, and durability of materials. It's also a solvent in coatings and adhesives, and a plasticizer in cosmetic formulations such as nail polishes. This clear, odorless liquid has a CAS number of 77-89-4, molecular formula CH3COOC(COOCH2CH3)(CH2COOCH2CH3)2, and a molecular weight of 318.32. It is stable at ambient storage conditions with no signal word classification. Molekula supplies Acetyltriethyl citrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £38.90 per pack ex VAT · £46.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to light yellow transparent liquid |
| Water | <0.2% |
| Heavy metals | <10ppm |
| pH | <1.0mgKOH/g |
| Purity | >97% |
| Arsenic (As) | <3ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 113 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -40 °C |
| Boiling Point | 137 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.01 mmHg at 20 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 6504 (PAC Chemical Database)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90028894 |
| CAS Number | 77-89-4 |
| IUPAC Name | triethyl 2-acetyloxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate |
| EC Number | 201-066-5 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3COOC(COOCH2CH3)(CH2COOCH2CH3)2 |
| Molecular Weight | 318.32 |
| Exact Mass | 318.1315 |
| SMILES | CCOC(=O)CC(CC(=O)OCC)(C(=O)OCC)OC(=O)C |
| InChIKey | WEAPVABOECTMGR-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C14H22O8/c1-5-19-11(16)8-14(22-10(4)15,13(18)21-7-3)9-12(17)20-6-2/h5-9H2,1-4H3 |
| PubChem CID | 6504 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2918.15.5000 |
| Tariff Code | 2918150019 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-(acetyloxy)-, triethyl ester
- 2-(Acetyloxy)-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid, triethyl ester
- ATEC
- Citric acid, acetyl triethyl ester
- Citroflex A 2
- O-Acetylcitric acid triethyl ester
- Triethyl 2-acetoxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
- Triethyl 2-acetylcitrate
- Triethyl acetylcitrate
- Triethyl O-acetylcitrate
Frequently asked questions
What is acetyltriethyl citrate commonly used for?
Acetyltriethyl citrate is primarily used as a plasticizer in PVC and other polymers to improve flexibility, workability, and durability, and as a solvent in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of acetyltriethyl citrate?
The chemical formula is CH₃COOC(COOCH₂CH₃)(CH₂COOCH₂CH₃)₂, and the molecular weight is 318.32 g/mol.
How should acetyltriethyl citrate be stored?
Store acetyltriethyl citrate at ambient temperature in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and strong oxidizing agents.
What grades or purity levels of acetyltriethyl citrate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies pharmaceutical-grade (USP/EP/JP) and industrial-grade acetyltriethyl citrate, depending on application requirements.
Can Molekula supply acetyltriethyl citrate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply acetyltriethyl citrate in bulk quantities (drums, IBCs, or custom packaging) for industrial and commercial applications.
What documentation comes with an order of acetyltriethyl citrate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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