Physical properties of our citrate esters product acetyl triethyl citrate
Our citrate esters product acetyl triethyl citrate is carboxylic acid derivative, all of which contain a carbonyl group. So they are polar compounds. The boiling point of Acetyl triethyl citrate is lower than that of the corresponding acids and alcohols. But it is similar to aldehydes or ketones with the same number of carbons. For example, low-level (3-5 carbon) esters are slightly soluble in water, but esters are easily soluble in organic solvents, such as CAS No 77 89 4, CAS No 77 90 7, CAS No 77 94 1, and CAS No 77 93 0. Volatile esters have fragrance, and the fragrance of many flowers and fruits is due to their presence. Such as isoamyl acetate has a banana fragrance. Higher esters are waxy solids.
For example: Methyl formate (carbon 2) has a boiling point of 32 °C, a melting point of -99.8 °C, and a specific gravity of 0.974. While acetyl triethyl citrate C14H22O8 (carbon 14) has a boiling point of 228-229 °C, a melting point of -42°C, and a specific gravity of 1.136. The boiling point of dibutyl phthalate is 282.7±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg.
Acetyl triethyl citrate is a colorless, transparent, oily liquid. Its solubility in mineral oil is 1.2% (volume). It is compatible with cellulose acetate, cellulose nitrate, cellulose acetate butyrate, and ethyl cellulose. This product has a high boiling point, low volatility, and is resistant to hydrolysis. These can give paints better light resistance. Non-toxic LD50 = 1150 mg/kg body weight. It is flammable and releases irritating smoke when heated and decomposed. So are High Quality Plasticizer TBC Tributyl Citrate, triethyl citrate, tributyl citrate and acetyl tributyl citrate. The product is usually stored in an inert atmosphere and at room temperature to ensure its stability and safety.
Related Links: Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Tributyl Citrate (TBC)
