Description

Tributyl citrate is a chemical compound, triester of citrate (citric acid or α and β-hydroxytricarboxylic acid) alkyl with butyl alcohol.
The industrial production of citric acid takes place by mycological fermentation of raw sugar from Aspergillus niger and subsequent crystallisation with alkaline solutions.

What it is used for and where
Cosmetics
Solvent. It is the substance for dissolving or dispersing surfactants, oils, dyes, flavourings, bactericidal preservatives in solution.

Film-forming agent. It produces a continuous ultra-thin film with an optimal balance of cohesion, adhesion and stickiness on the skin or hair to counteract or limit damage from external phenomena such as chemicals, UV rays and pollution.

Plasticiser. Ingredient added to the formulation with the purpose of retaining fragrance and colour, increasing flexibility, flowability, deformability, durability of various ingredients allowing better processing.
Synonyms: Butyl citrate
Tributyl 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
Tri-n-butyl citrate


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CAS: 77-94-1