Acetyl Tributyl Citrate

AKA “tributyl 2-acetoxypropane-1, 3-tricarboxylate, Acetyltributyl citrate, Tributyl acetylcitrate, Citroflex A, Blo-trol, Citroflex A 4, Tributyl citrate acetate”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Acetyl tributyl citrate

AKA: Tributyl 2-acetoxypropane-1, 3-tricarboxylate, Acetyltributyl citrate, Tributyl acetylcitrate, Citroflex A, Blo-trol, Citroflex A 4, Tributyl citrate acetate

Synthetic · Perfuming · EWG: 1

Synthetic

Fragrance

Chemical Exfoliant

Synthetic

Clean

Helps fragrances last longer on skin while keeping formulas smooth and flexible. Derived from sustainable sources to enhance product performance.

Effective at 9.5%

Solubility In water, 5 mg/L, temp not specified

Formula

C20H34O8

Mol. Weight

402.50

CAS #

77-90-7

Form

Liquid

State

Other Solid; Liquid; Pellets or Large Crystals

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Functions

Perfuming

Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.

Plasticiser

Antioxidant

Protects skin from free radical damage caused by UV, pollution, and stress

Anti-Inflammatory

Moisturizing

Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day

Provides scent

Adds flexibility

Traditional Use

A synthetic ester developed in the mid-20th century for use as a plasticizer and cosmetic solvent. Created to replace phthalate-based plasticizers due to safety concerns.