TRIETHYL CITRATE (citric acid triethyl ester), 500gm, 99%
- Brand: RESEARCH-LAB FINE CHEM INDUSTRIES
- Catalog No.: 1540C 00500
- CAS No: 77-93-0
- Quantity/Unit: 500 gm/Bottle
- Usually Shipped in: 4-7 Days
Min Orderable Qty : 1 Pack
For lab/research use only, unless otherwise specified
The product is supplied by Research lab Fine Chem Industries
Molecular formula: C12H20O7
Molecular weight: 276.29
IUPAC Name: triethyl 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
Minimum assay: 99%
CAS No.: 77-93-0
Density: 1.137
Boiling point: 294.0C
Melting point: -55 C
Triethyl citrate is a colorless, odorless liquid
Triethyl citrate is an ester of citric acid
Triethyl citrate is very soluble in water
Triethyl citrate is an important commercial chemical used as an industrial solvent and in paint removers. It is also used to increase the flexibility of plastics
Triethyl citrate is a food additive used in small amounts as a flavor-preserving agent and stabilizer in processed food (e.g., alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, packaged baked goods, frozen dairy or egg whites, gelatins and puddings, chewing gum, and candy).
It is also used in various personal care products, including perfumes, body sprays, lotions, and hairsprays
Causes irritation on exposure
Available in 500 gm bottle