Triethyl Citrate
- HS Code: 29181590
- CAS NO. : 77-93-0
- General Description
- Technical Specification
- Applications
- Compliance and Certifications
- Packaging Details
- Key Features/Benefits
- Storage and Handling
General Description
Triethyl Citrate (TEC) is a non-toxic, biodegradable ester plasticizer with FDA GRAS status used in pharmaceutical film coatings, food packaging, and cosmetics.
Technical Specification
• Appearance: Colourless clear liquid;
• Purity: ≥99.0%;
• Refractive Index (20°C): 1.439–1.441;
• Specific Gravity (25°C): 1.135–1.140;
• Acid Value: ≤0.2.
Applications
Pharmaceutical tablet and capsule film coatings; food contact plastics and packaging; cosmetic nail lacquers; fragrance carrier/solvent.
Compliance and Certifications
• Food – Grade
• REACH
Packaging Details
As per industry packing standards
Key Features/Benefits
FDA GRAS approved; food and pharma grade; biodegradable and non-toxic; odourless and tasteless; broad regulatory acceptance globally.
Storage and Handling
Store in closed containers away from moisture and heat. Stable under normal storage conditions. Shelf life: 3 years.
