Triethyl Citrate HP Aroma/Flavor/Fragrance Compound

Description

Triethyl Citrate (TEC) is a high-quality, versatile compound with applications across multiple industries. Known for its non-toxic and biodegradable nature, this clear, odorless liquid serves as a key ingredient in food-grade products, cosmetics, and industrial processes. Whether you’re looking to enhance flavors in food, create long-lasting perfumes, or develop eco-friendly coatings, our premium-grade TEC offers unmatched performance and reliability.

Applications of Triethyl Citrate:

Food and Beverage Industry

• Flavor Carrier: Enhances the delivery and retention of flavors in beverages, candies, and baked goods.
• Stabilizer: Maintains emulsion stability in products like dressings and sauces.
• Food Additive: Acts as a plasticizer in coatings for food and candy products, such as chewing gum and confectionery.
• Foam Suppressant: Controls foam formation during food production processes.

Pharmaceutical Industry

• Tablet Coating: Provides enteric coatings for controlled drug release in tablets and capsules.
• Plasticizer: Improves flexibility in solid dosage forms and pharmaceutical films.
• Solvent: Used for dissolving and blending active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients.

Cosmetics and Personal Care

• Perfumes and Fragrances: Functions as a fixative to extend the longevity of scents.
• Deodorants: Solvent and carrier for active ingredients in sprays, roll-ons, and sticks.
• Skincare Products: Adds smoothness and stability in creams, lotions, and gels.
• Haircare: Improves the performance of hair styling products, such as gels and sprays.

Industrial Applications

• Plasticizer for Polymers: Enhances flexibility and durability in materials like cellulose acetate and PVC.
• Coatings and Paints: Improves adhesion and flexibility in industrial films and coatings.
• Adhesives: Enhances pliability and performance in adhesive formulations.
• Textiles: Acts as a softening agent in fabric finishing.

Environmental and Sustainable Applications

• Biodegradable Plastics: Serves as a plasticizer in eco-friendly polymer manufacturing.
• Green Solvent: Used in environmentally-conscious industrial processes.
• Anti-Foaming Agent: Controls foam formation in sustainable manufacturing operations.

Specialty Applications

• Tobacco Industry: Acts as a humectant to maintain moisture in tobacco products.
• Medical Devices: Adds flexibility to polymeric components used in medical applications.
• Toys and Consumer Goods: Provides safe plasticizing properties for child-safe products.

Storage:

• Temperature:
  • Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.
  • Optimal storage temperature: Between 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).
  • Avoid prolonged exposure to temperatures above 40°C (104°F) as it may degrade the product.
• Container:
  • Keep the product in tightly sealed, corrosion-resistant containers made of stainless steel, glass, or compatible plastic.
  • Ensure containers are clean and free from contamination before use.
• Environment:
  • Protect from direct sunlight, heat sources, and moisture.
  • Store away from strong oxidizing agents, acids, or bases to avoid reactions.
• Stability:
  • Under proper conditions, Triethyl Citrate has a stable shelf life of 1–2 years.