Cytron TBC

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Citrates

Chemical Name

Tributyl citrate

INCI Name

Tributyl Citrate

CASE Ingredients Functions

Plasticizer

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Emollient,

Plasticizer

Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Plasticizer

Technologies

CASE Ingredients,

Cosmetic Ingredients,

Plastics

Product Families

CASE Ingredients — Additives

Functional Additives

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Conditioners & Emollients,

Rheology Modifiers

Plastics — Polymer Additives

Performance Additives

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Emolliency,

Low Volatility,

Plasticizing

Labeling Claims

Biodegradable,

Environmentally Friendly,

Food Contact Acceptable,

Non-Toxic,

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Materials Features

Biodegradable,

Food Contact Acceptable,

Non-Toxic

Applications & Uses

Markets

Consumer Goods,

Healthcare & Pharma,

Personal Care,

Printing & Packaging

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Fragrances & Perfumes,

Hair Care,

Nail Care

Healthcare & Pharma — Medical

Medical Devices & Assemblies

Printing & Packaging — Packaging

Food & Beverage Packaging

Consumer Goods — Sports & Recreation

Application Format

Leave On,

Spray

Compatible Polymers & Resins

Cellulose & Cellulosics,

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Fragrances & Perfume Applications

Fragrances & Perfumes

Hair Care Applications

Hair Spray

Nail Care Applications

Nail Polish

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses

Film,

Food Containers,

Food Packaging,

Food Wrap,

Gloves,

Medical Devices,

Toys,

Tubing

Applications

• Tributyl citrate (TBC) is a non-toxic plasticizer widely used in PVC and cellulose derivatives.
• It could be applied in food-contact materials, such as plastic wrap, container, film, or printing inks.
• A safe alternatives for plasticizers in children’s toys. In medical devices, such as tubing, gloves, bandages and patches.
• It could also be used as emollient for personal care products such as perfume, hair spray, nail polish
• Cellulosics: film, coating

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Viscosity (at 25°C)	approx. 30	mPa.s	—
Refractive Index (at 25°C)	approx. 1.444	—	—

Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Color	max. 50	—	APHA
Ester Content	min. 99	wt %	—
Acid Value	max. 0.2	mgKOH/g	—
Moisture Content	max. 0.5	wt %	—
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)	1.030 - 1.050	—	—

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability

Canada,

USA

Regional Availability

• Canada
• USA