Triethyl Citrate
Pharmaceuticals
Triethyl Citrate is a colorless, odorless liquid ester of citric acid. In the pharmaceutical industry, it is primarily used as a plasticizer in tablet coatings and gel formulations to improve flexibility and ease of handling. It also serves as a solvent for certain active pharmaceutical ingredients and is used in the formulation of oral and topical drug delivery systems. Additionally, Triethyl Citrate has applications as a stabilizer and excipient, helping to enhance the stability and release profile of pharmaceutical products. It is regarded as safe and is commonly used in food and cosmetic formulations as well.
Grade
- USP-NF
- Ph.Eur
- IP
- CDMF
- DMF
- Solvent
Other Names
- Citric Acid Triethyl Ester
- Triethyl 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propane-tricarboxylate
Abbreviations
- TEC
Form
- Liquid