Tri-C14-15 Alkyl Citrate

Tri-C14-15 Alkyl Citrate (CAS 222721-94-0) is a citric acid triester derived from C14–C15 fatty alcohols; it functions as an emollient, plasticizer and emulsifier.

Where is Tri-C14-15 Alkyl Citrate used?

• Personal care: skin-conditioning emollient and emulsifier in creams, lotions and color cosmetics
• Coatings and adhesives: plasticizer for flexibility and film formation in polymer systems
• Home care and industrial cleaning: emulsification support
• Surfactant-based systems: emulsification of oils and actives
• Food-contact and packaging: citrate ester chemistry where compliant options are required
• It serves as a bio-based alternative to synthetic plasticizers where regulatory or sustainability criteria influence sourcing.

Commercial specifications

• Bulk supply in drums and intermediate bulk containers (IBCs)