Triethyl citrate is an ester of citric acid. It is a colorless, odorless liquid used as a food additive to stabilize foams, especially as whipping aid for egg white. It is also used in pharmaceutical coatings and plastics.
Triethyl citrate is an ester of citric acid. It is a colorless, odorless liquid used as a food additive to stabilize foams, especially as whipping aid for egg white. It is also used in pharmaceutical coatings and plastics.
Product Information
Catalog Num
A17832
Formula
C12H20O7
Molecular Weight
276.29
CAS Number
77-93-0
SMILES
O=C(CC(C(OCC)=O)(O)CC(OCC)=O)OCC
Synonyms
Triethyl citrate; NSC 8907; NSC-8907; NSC8907
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20ºC, keep desiccated. In lyophilized form, the chemical is stable for 36 months. In solution, store at -20ºC and use within 3 months to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.
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