Triethyl Citrate (TEC)

Triethyl Citrate (TEC) is a high-quality industrial chemical widely used in coatings, adhesives, inks, resins, plastics, and specialty formulations. It offers reliable performance, chemical stability, and consistent processing characteristics, making it suitable for modern manufacturing and advanced industrial applications.

Technical Specifications
Absorption 6%
Acid Value ≤ 0.5mg
Volatility Low
Packing Available 30kg Can, 200kg Drum
Melting Point -55°C
Appearance Clear, colorless liquid
Odour Mild fruity odour
Molecular Weight 276.28g/mol
Boiling Point 294°C
Distillation Range 294°C
Freezing Point –55 °C
Specific Gravity –
Refractive Index 1.441 at 20 °C
Flash Point –
Specific Heat 1.8kJ/kg·K
Autoignition Temp –

Description

Triethyl Citrate (TEC) is a plasticizing ester used to soften polymers and improve flexibility, processing, and low‑temperature performance in flexible materials.

Uses

Plasticizer; solvent; pharmaceutical excipient; food additive (E1505).

Benefits

Low toxicity profile; good plasticization; mild odor.

Safety, Compliance & Notes

Thermal Conductivity 0.18W/m·K.
Electrical Conductivity 0.00000001S/cm
Heat of Formation -790kJ/mol
Heat of Vaporization 64kJ/mol
Structure C12H20O7
CAS Number 77-93-0
EINECS Number 201-070-7
Storage & Packaging Keep tightly closed; avoid contamination; use steel drums/IBC with clean transfer lines. (Applicable to Triethyl Citrate (TEC) handling.)
Product Stewardship Implement GMP/chemical hygiene plans: exposure control, spill response, and responsible disposal; verify regulatory status for destination market before shipment. (For Triethyl Citrate (TEC).)
Note Boiling point depends on pressure; see supplier SDS/TDS for full physical property set.
Notice NOTICE: Information is provided for guidance only and does not replace the manufacturer’s SDS/TDS; user must evaluate suitability for the intended process and comply with regulations. (For Triethyl Citrate (TEC).)

Additional information

Weight

1 kg, 10 kg, 30 kg, 200 kg