Citric acid ethanol

Citric acid ethanol (CAS 172820-60-9), also known as ethyl citrates, is a citric acid ester produced by esterification with ethanol.

Where is Citric acid ethanol used?

• Food packaging and processing: non-toxic plasticizers in cellulose-based and PVC films
• Pharmaceutical film coatings: plasticizer for tablets and capsules
• Food and beverage: acidulant and flavor modifier
• Personal care: pH adjuster and texture enhancer in creams and lotions
• It functions as a plasticizer and acidulant in food and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Good to know: The material can meet FCC, USP, Ph. Eur., BP, EP, or ACS standards; technical-grade material is also offered for industrial plasticizer applications.

Commercial specifications

• Food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade specifications