Citroflex™ A-4

Citroflex™ A-4 is a low molecular weight citric acid ester partially derived from bio-based raw materials.

Principal: Aurorium - Castor Oil

Functions: Plasticizer

Chemical Family: Citrates

End Uses: Food Contact Films, Fragrances & Perfumes, Plastisol Applications, Toys

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Chlorinated Rubbers, Ethyl cellulose, Nitrocellulose, Polyacrylates, Polycaprolactone (PCL), Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB), Polylactic Acid (PLA), Polymethacrylates, Polyurethanes (PU), Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA), Polyvinyl Butyral (PVB), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyvinylidene Chloride (PVDC)

Applicable Processes: Polymer Processing

Labeling Claims: Animal Products-free, Bio-based, Biodegradable, Bisphenol A-free, Conflict Minerals-free, Melamine-free, National Formulary (NF), Natural Latex Rubber-free, Non-DOT Regulated, Per & Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)-free, Phthalates-free, Preservative-free, United States Pharmacopeia (USP), Volatile Organic Compound (VOC)-free

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Blend
No
CASE Ingredients Functions
Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Country of Origin
Function
Plasticizer
Industrial Additives Functions
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Product Code
MITM09151
Single Ingredient
Yes
Synonyms
Acetyltri-N-Butyl Citrate, Sculpey Clay Softener, Tributyl Citrate Acetate
Technologies
Product Families
Chemical Structure

Citroflex™ A-4 - Chemical Structure - 1

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Industrial Additives Features
Labeling Claims
Materials Features
Product Benefits
  • Non-phthalate chemistry
  • Not a volatile organic compound (VOC)
  • Rapidly biodegrades in soil.
  • 34% bio-based content
  • Compatible with a wide range of polymer resins, including bio-based and biodegradable chemistries

 

Applications & Uses

Properties

Packaging & Availability

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S002899
Principal

Other

Appearance
Clear oily liquid
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
Odor (SDS)
Very slight
Temperature Control
No
USA/DOT Proper Shipping Name
Not Applicable
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight402.5 g/molg/mol
Pour Point-59.0 °C°C
Solubility in Acetonemax. 0.1 g/100mLg/100mLat 25°C
Solubility in Ethanolmax. 0.1 g/100mLg/100mLat 25°C
Solubility in Isopropanolmax. 0.1 g/100mLg/100mLat 25°C
Solubility in Toluenemax. 0.1 g/100mLg/100mLat 25°C
Specific Gravity1.05-
Viscosity33.0 cPscPsat 25°C
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Autoignition Temperature (SDS)278.0 °C°CASTM D659
Boiling Point (SDS)326.0 °C°Cat 101.324 Pa
Density (SDS)1.048 g/mLg/mLat 25°C
Evaporation Rate (SDS)max. 1.0 %%Butyl Acetate=1
Flash Point (SDS)204.0 °C°C
Kinematic Viscosity (SDS)40.744 mm²/smm²/s
Log Partition Coefficient (Log Pow) (SDS)4.92-at 22°C, n-octanol/water
Melting Point (SDS)max. -50.0 °C°C
Molecular Weight (SDS)402.47 g/molg/mol
Relative Density (SDS)1.046-
Relative Vapor Density (SDS)14.1-at 20°C
Solubility In Water (SDS)4.49 mg/Lmg/Lat 20°C
Vapor Pressure (SDS)max. 0.133 kPakPa
Viscosity (SDS)42.7 mPa.smPa.sat 25°C
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life0.0 dd