Citroflex™ A-2

Citroflex™ A-2 is a low molecular weight citric acid ester partially derived from bio-based raw materials.

Principal: Aurorium - Castor Oil

Functions: Plasticizer, Plasticizer

Chemical Family: Citrates

End Uses: Bandage, Defoamers, Food Packaging Materials, Patches

Applicable Processes: Polymer Processing

Labeling Claims: Bio-based, Biodegradable, Phthalates-free, Volatile Organic Compound (VOC)-free

Features: Low Molecular Weight, Low Molecular Weight

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Identification & Functionality

Blend
No
CASE Ingredients Functions
Plasticizer
Chemical Family
Citrates
Chemical Name
Acetyltriethyl Citrate
Function
Plasticizer
Industrial Additives Functions
Plasticizer
Product Code
MITM10273
Single Ingredient
Yes
Synonyms
Acetyl triethyl citrate, ATEC, NSC 3887, Triethyl 2-acetoxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylate, Triethyl acetylcitrate, Triethyl citrate acetate
Technologies
CASE,
Industrial Additives & Materials
Product Families
CASE — Additives
Functional Additives
Industrial Additives & Materials — Processing Aids
Other Processing Additives
Chemical Structure

Citroflex™ A-2 - Chemical Structure - 1

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Low Molecular Weight
Industrial Additives Features
Low Molecular Weight
Labeling Claims
Bio-based,
Biodegradable,
Phthalates-free,
Volatile Organic Compound (VOC)-free
Product Benefits
  • Non-phthalate chemistry
  • Not a volatile organic compound (VOC)
  • Rapidly biodegrades in soil
  • 44% bio-based content
  • Compatible with a wide range of polymer resins, including bio-based and biodegradable chemistries.

Applications & Uses

Applicable Processes
Polymer Processing
Industrial Additives End Use
Bandage,
Defoamers,
Food Packaging Materials,
Patches
Markets
Paints & Coatings,
Industrial
Applications
Paints & Coatings — Packaging Coatings
Film & Foil Coatings
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Additive Manufacturing
Product Applications
  • Polymer processing
  • Films and coatings
  • Inks
  • Topical bandages and patches
  • Food contact films
  • Defoaming agent

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Soluble In
Acetone Soluble,
Ethanol Soluble,
Heptane Soluble,
Isopropanol Soluble,
Toluene Soluble

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Drums

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S002899
Principal
Aurorium - Castor Oil

Other

Appearance (SDS)
Clear oily liquid
Color (SDS)
Colorless
IATA/ICAO Proper Shipping Name
Not Applicable
IATA/ICAO UN Number
Not Applicable
IMO/IMDG Proper Shipping Name
Not Applicable
IMO/IMDG UN Number
Not Applicable
Item Number
ITM16467
Odor (SDS)
Very slight
Other Hazards
May cause slight irritation to eyes.
USA/DOT Proper Shipping Name
Not Applicable
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life0.0 dd
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight318.3 g/molg/mol
Pour Point-43.0 °C°C
Solubility in Acetone0.72 g/100mLg/100mLAt 25°C
Solubility in Ethanol0.72 g/100mLg/100mLat 25°C
Solubility in Isopropanol0.72 g/100mLg/100mLat 25°C
Solubility in Toluene0.72 g/100mLg/100mLat 25°C
Specific Gravity1.14-
Viscosity54.0 cPscPsAt 25°C
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Autoignition Temperature (SDS)372.0 °C°C
Boiling Point (SDS)131.0 °C°C
Density (SDS)1.135 g/mLg/mL
Evaporation Rate (SDS)max. 1.0 %%Butyl Acetate = 1
Flash Point (SDS)188.0 °C°COpen Cup
Kinematic Viscosity (SDS)47.313 mm²/smm²/s
Log Partition Coefficient (Log Pow) (SDS)1.34-n-octanol/water
Melting Point (SDS)-45.0 °C°C
Molecular Weight (SDS)318.31 g/molg/mol
Relative Vapor Density (SDS)11.1-
Vapor Pressure (SDS)max. 0.133 kPakPaAt 25°C
Viscosity (SDS)53.7 cPscPsat 25°C