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Acetyl tributyl citrate

CAS: 77-90-7

Overview

Acetyl tributyl citrate ( CAS 77-90-7 ), commonly abbreviated as ATBC, is a citrate ester plasticizer derived from citric acid used across food-contact, personal care, and industrial applications.

It functions as a primary plasticizer and softener, offering a bio-based alternative to phthalate plasticizers in flexible polymer systems. This material is a preferred plasticizer for PVC and cellulose-based films.

In food packaging, regulatory compliance with food-contact standards is a procurement priority. In flavor and fragrance formulations, it acts as a fixative and solvent carrier for various industrial systems.

The product carries FEMA 3080 status supporting its use in food-grade flavor systems. Personal care manufacturers incorporate it into nail lacquers and film-forming cosmetic products as a softening agent.

It improves flexibility and adhesion in many formulations. Industrial formulators also use it as a lubricant component and processing aid in polymer compounding operations to ensure high performance.

The chemical is supplied as a clear, low-viscosity liquid in drum and IBC quantities suited to bulk industrial procurement. It is available in food-grade and technical-grade specifications for buyers.

Food-contact grades meet standards such as FDA 21 CFR and EU plasticizer regulations. Buyers should confirm purity levels and specific compliance documentation based on the intended end-use market requirements.

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Physical Properties

Melting Point-80 °C
Boiling Point172-174 °C @ Press: 1 Torr
Density1.046 g/cm³ @ Temp: 25 °C
Flash Point>230 °F
Appearanceclear colorless liquid
ColorClear Colourless
Odorat 100.00 %. very faint herbal wine sweet
Formneat
Water Solubility<0.1 g/100 mL
Vapor Pressure0.26 psi ( 20 °C)
Refractive Indexn 20/D 1.443(lit.)
Log P5.227 (est)

Trade & Regulatory

HS Code29181500
WGK (Germany)3

Other Names

tributyl O-acetylcitrate | tributyl citrate acetate | Sculpey Clay Softener | acetyltri-n-butyl citrate | ATBC | tributyl 2-acetoxypropane-123-tricarboxylate | Tributyl acetylcitrate | Citroflex A

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Chemical Properties

CAS Number
77-90-7
EC Number
201-067-0
Mol. Weight
402.5
HS Code
29181500

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