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Plasticizers – Citrate Esters

Bio‑based, non‑phthalate citrate plasticizers for PVC/plastisols, inks, adhesives, toys and medical/food‑contact applications. Options from fast‑fusing TEC to high‑boiling C8–C10 grades and acetylated variants.

Application notes.
  • Food/medical: select low‑odor, low‑residual ethanol grades (TEC/ATBC) and request migration/metal specs (ppm).
  • Low‑temp flexibility: prefer C8–C10 chain citrates (TOC/TEHC) or acetylated grades (ATBC/ATEC).
  • Regulatory: non‑phthalate does not automatically imply universal food contact approval—requirements vary by region and end‑use. Verify against your local regulations.

Primary Citrates

Fast‑fusing, good solvency

Acetylated Citrates

Improved permanence/compatibility

High‑Boiling (C8–C10)

Low volatility, low fogging

Medical & Food‑contact

Low odor/residuals, tight specs

Blends & Specialty

Tailored fusion/viscosity