Triethyl O-Acetylcitrate

• CAT Number: R020300
• CAS Number: 77-89-4
• Molecular Formula: C14H22O8
• Molecular Weight: 318.322
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Acetyl triethyl citrate; Triethyl O-acetylcitrate; Triethyl 2-acetoxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate.
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: triethyl 2-acetyloxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C14H22O8/c1-5-19-11(16)8-14(22-10(4)15,13(18)21-7-3)9-12(17)20-6-2/h5-9H2,1-4H3
• InChIKey: WEAPVABOECTMGR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CCOC(=O)CC(CC(=O)OCC)(C(=O)OCC)OC(=O)C

Triethyl O-Acetylcitrate(CAT: R020300) is an ester of citric acid and is commonly used as a plasticizer in the production of flexible polymers, particularly polyvinyl chloride (PVC). It improves the flexibility and durability of plastic materials by reducing their brittleness and enhancing their resistance to cracking at low temperatures. Triethyl O-Acetylcitrate is favored in applications where low toxicity is essential, such as in food packaging, medical devices, and toys, because it is considered safer than some other plasticizers. Additionally, it can be used as a solvent or intermediate in chemical synthesis. Its compatibility with a wide range of polymers and its relatively benign environmental profile make it a valuable component in various industrial applications.